Bank Kitchen Assistant

Minimum Qualifications:

• None (will be required to undergo training in Basic Food Hygiene).

General:

• The Kitchen Assistant must be an experienced, mature, and reliable person who is fully competent in all aspects of kitchen work and can assist in producing a variety of menus, including catering for special dietary needs.

• The Kitchen Assistant is part of the care team but does not deal directly with residents.

Duties:

• Ensure the prompt preparation of all meals and beverages as required, including special diet meals and function work, and check meals issued for quality, quantity, and appearance.

• Prepare special diet meals to the precise instructions of the doctor or other persons as appropriate (including Rabbi’s, Priests, etc.).

• Ensure proper standards of cleanliness.

• Ensure safe working procedures and safety regulations are adhered to.

• Remove from use and report to the Chef any item of equipment found to be faulty.

• Ensure the correct and economical use of materials and equipment and minimize wastage.

• Keep kitchen equipment, crockery, and cutlery clean and ready for use, including operating the dishwasher when necessary.

• Adhere to the Kitchen cleaning schedule and complete all necessary paperwork.

• Assist the Chef and the Home Manager in resolving residents’ catering complaints.

• Undertake any other duties as may be necessary from time to time.

• Adhere to all company policies and statutory requirements of Food Safety (General Food Hygiene) Regulations 1995.

Benefits:

• Excellent rate of pay (competitive and negotiable, depending on experience).

• Annual leave entitlement will be 5.6 x contracted hours.

• Workplace pension scheme.

We have various shifts available for full and part-time work across 7 days, with a requirement for weekend work.

Please note: Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced PVG check.