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Commis Chef
Reference: AUG20235639
Expiry date: 2023-09-22 17:30:00.000
Location: Waterloo - KCL
Salary: Competitive
Benefits: Company shares and pension

Bouygues Energies and Services currently has an exciting opportunity within our Facilities department for a Commis Chef to support our catering facilities at King\'s College London in Waterloo.

This is a permanent position working 40 hours p/week, 8 hours per day (rostered for 9 hours with a 1 hour unpaid break) to be completed between 07.00 & 16.00 working 5 days out of 7 (occasional later evenings will be required until 10pm). Please note there will be a requirement in the contract to work weekends as and when required, in particular for the three summer months of June, July and August due to weekend hospitality events/summer schools.

Key Activities:

• Reporting to the Head Chef
• To ensure a professional food operation with fast smooth delivery
• To assist the kitchen in the daily operation and production of food ensuring the company\'s reputation for food quality is maintained at all times.
• To ensure that dishes are prepared and cooked according to the specifications of the Head Chef and King\'s food standards
• Responsible for the ordering of supplies to meet the demands of the food preparation areas
• To assist in the preparation of hospitality requirements for events
• To maintain hygiene, cleanliness, health & safety within the kitchen/servery
• To ensure all records are maintained in respect of temperature control and control the flow on all catering produce and consumables
• To complete all paperwork for stock movements on a daily basis, ensuring good stock rotation
• Working 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day between 06:00 and 23:00 (typically 07:00 to 16:00), 5 days from 7

Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in a similar role / high volume catering environment is essential
• Must have previous chef experience
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in catering and hospitality
• Strong team player with excellent communications skills
• An intermediate food hygiene certificate is essential
• Previous Health & Safety or COSHH training desirable
• A good understanding of HACCP & food allergens is essential

Our excellent benefits package includes:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Company share scheme
• 2 paid volunteering days a year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee assistance programme
• Free meals and drinks whilst on duty. Free uniform provided.

Why Bouygues E&S Solutions?

Bouygues Energies & Services Solutions (BYES) is an international business operating in over 25 countries and employing over 13,500 people. The company is part of the Bouygues Group - a global brand employing over 130,000 people in 80 countries within the construction, engineering, civil works, energy services, telecommunications, and media sectors.

In the UK, Bouygues Energies & Services is a leading provider of facilities management (FM), energy services, highways, and complex engineering solutions across the public and private sectors.

Bouygues E&S Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We place a strong emphasis on continual development, both professional and interpersonal. Currently over 2% of the Company\'s payroll is spent on Learning and Development activities. We have our own international and local training centres, delivering technical and management courses.

Bouygues Construction UK was awarded the Top Employers United Kingdom and Top Employers Europe certification. We are also proud to have been awarded Investors in People Gold, which demonstrates our commitment to our people.

Be Yourself!

Here at Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We value your privacy and we are committed to protecting your personal details. If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions.

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