Commis Chef JD Oct 17
Human Resources Department
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title:Commis Chef
Department:Catering
Reports to: Executive Head Chef
Purpose of role:
To assist the Executive Head Chef and his brigade with the coordination and direction the kitchen porters on shift and be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen ensuring a high standard of hygiene in the kitchen at all times. The post holder will be required to promote an efficient, effective and professional customer-focused business culture that will be demonstrated in quality and value-for-money services and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities:
- To carry out the general duties in the Kitchen and the associated catering service, working the hours and shifts as required
- To skilfully produce a variety of food dishes to a high standard of preparation, production and presentation.
- To prepare and cook a variety of dishes under the guidance and instruction of the Executive Head Chef and his team
- To work in any area of the Department related to the production and service of food
- To maintain the high levels of food hygiene and health and safety within the Department
- Duties may vary between College term and vacation periods
The College reserves the right to make reasonable changes to the duties and requirements in the job description, which may be necessary to meet the changing needs of the job or to reflect the latest technology or best practice.
Additional information:
All staff must adopt a responsible attitude towards health and safety and to comply with any procedures as required by the College in order to ensure the health and safety of themselves, their colleagues and any other persons that may be affected by their actions. They must be prepared to undertake any training provided in relation to health and safety or which is identified as necessary in relation to their work.
Working hours will be not less than 75 hours per calendar fortnight, with alternate weekends off and two weekdays off per fortnight. Starting and finishing times may be varied according to the nature of the work in hand. The jobholder will be expected to attend for additional hours, as required, to provide service for Fellows’ functions and College functions, and to cover for absent staff.
Uniform will be provided by the Department and can be dry cleaned at appropriate intervals at the Department’s expense.
Experience and knowledge
Candidates must have at least 2 years’ experience in a kitchen environment and must hold NVQ level 2 in catering or equivalent qualifications.
Employment Details
Rate of Pay:£18353 - £20360 per annum on an incremental scale plus 12% shift allowance
Hours:75 hours per fortnight
Holiday:25 working days plus 8 public holidays (prorata for part -time post holders)
Housing allowance:Upon successful completion of the probationary period staff are normally eligible to receive, the housing allowance currently set at £850 pa (pro rata for part time staff) which is paid quarterly.
Meals:Meals are provided for staff whose duties cover this period.
Pension scheme:A pension scheme, which complies with the requirements of the Occupational and Personal Pension Schemes Regulations for auto-enrolment, will be available after three month’s service. All staff will become members unless they choose to opt out.
Private Health Care:The College provides free health care currently through membership of BUPA. Membership of a dental care scheme is also available. Staff are able to join the schemes after successful completion of their probationary period, subject to certain limitations. This is a taxable benefit.
Gym:Membership of the College gym is available for a modest fee. Inductions are compulsory.
Sports & Social Club:The Trinity College Staff Sports and Social Club, run by a committee of staff, offer regular outings to places of interest, and organises functions including a Christmas event.
June 2017