Employer: Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue
Salary:
Date Added: 14/02/2024
Would you relish an opportunity to help fuel the firefighters working out of West Ashland Fire Station? Could you be our new Fire Station Cook?
Station Cook
Ref: VAC000293
Location: West Ashland Fire Station, Blue-Light Hub, 3 Thornbury, West Ashland, MK6 4BB
Salary: £14,629 – £15,264 per annum (Full Time Equivalent £21,652 – £22,592 per annum)
Contractual hours: 25 per week
Basis: Part time
About us
Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service serves a population of more than 800,000 in the Southeast of England. Around 400 firefighters operate from 19 fire stations from the outskirts of London to the South Midlands. We employ around 100 specialist support staff, from ICT to fire prevention. We are a diverse, welcoming community – will you join us?
Our Service is only as good as its people. When our employees are engaged and supported, our Service thrives. This is why we support flexible working.
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen at West Ashland Fire Station for a Fire Station Cook to join Buckinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service.
West Ashland is a busy fire station located near to the city centre. Our dedicated firefighters work tirelessly to protect and serve the community, and we are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Station Cook to join our team to prepare and cook their meals.
Working with the Station Commander and crews, your role will be to:
- Ensure high-quality and nutritious food is prepared.
- Plan weekly menus with the watch-based Mess Managers, and consider dietary requirements, allergies, and preferences of the crews.
- Maintain an inventory of food and kitchen supplies, placing orders as necessary to ensure a well-stocked kitchen.
- Adhere to food safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen area.
- Maintain accurate records and accounts for all purchases.
- Occasionally assist with food preparation for special events or functions.
About you
We are looking for someone who is:
- Flexible, reliable, and conscientious.
- Comfortable working on their own initiative.
- Able to plan and deliver menus based on dietary requirements and preferences.
Experience and qualifications required
- Proven experience as a cook or chef.
- Good knowledge and understanding of Food Standard Agency guidelines.
Application closing date: 25th February 2024
Interested?
If you would like to apply and find out more about this position, please click the apply button to be directed to our website.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from people of any colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability are welcome.
No agencies please.
Application Deadline: 25/02/2024
Contract Type: Permanent
Submitted Applications: 0