JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:			Cook

Job Location:		Openshaw Day Centre

Reporting to:		Day Care Manager

Hours of Work:		27.5 hours per week over 5 days Monday to Friday

Salary:			£per hour			

The post holder will provide a catering service for the day centre, and where necessary, for other day centres, luncheon clubs and community setting as required.

TASKS
1.	To undertake with Day Care Management  Team menu planning that is appropriate to the client group, working to a specified budget.  To ensure that weekly menus are displayed. 
2.	To take responsibility for the ordering of stock ensuring good records and accounting is kept. To check quality and quantity of stock received and notify suppliers of any deficiencies.
3.	To take responsibility for the preparation, cooking and serving of a  nutritious mid-day meal and snacks, in accordance with the specified menus, and at specified times, including the stocking of freezers with meals.
4.	Determine quantities to be cooked and size of portions to be served, taking into account dietary requirements, ethnic and personal needs.
5.	Where meals are provided for other establishments and the community, ensure correct packaging and safe transportation.
6.	To ensure that food handling, cleanliness, Health and Safety, Risk Assessments and all procedures required within the meal preparation area operate to the highest possible standard. 
7.	To be responsible for opening and closing checks in adherence to Food Standard Regulations.
8.	Liaise with the Home Care Manager when ordering cleaning products for use in the kitchen area and to undertake monthly stock checks.
9.	Report to the Home Care Manager, and appropriate repair agencies any faulty appliances and ensure prompt repairs.
10.	All duties must be carried out to comply with fire regulations, Health and Safety and health and hygiene.
11.	To participate in staff/volunteer training and development including team meetings as appropriate.