Catering Assistant/Cook
Department: Site Support Roles
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Berelands House
Compensation: GBP 12.90 / hour
Description
Berelands House Care Home is looking to recruit a Catering Assistant to join the team.This is a full time role of 36 hours. Your main role will be Catering Assistant but there are needs to cover as Cook to cover Annual leave/sickness therefore you must have cook/chef experience.
Berelands House is located in the town of Prestwick, South Ayrshire, Scotland. Our home offers specialist nursing and dementia support for 63 adults, with 24-hour input from registered nurses. We can also offer end of life/palliative care and respite services.
We aim to provide residents with a secure, relaxed, and homely environment in which their care, wellbeing and comfort are of prime importance. Staff strive to preserve and maintain the dignity, individuality and privacy of all residents within a warm and caring environment, and in so doing will be sensitive to the resident's ever-changing needs.
In addition to supporting adults with dementia, we can also assist those who have a multitude of other conditions, presentations and needs.
What you'll be doing
You'll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the service and to support the wellbeing of our residents. While your role doesn't involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.
* Assists catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company's Assured Safe Catering policies and procedures
* Under direction, takes responsibility for parts of the catering operation
* Amends the services to suit the needs of the site
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
You will have experience within a catering environment and an appreciation for food hygiene and basic numeracy and literacy skills. Due to the needs for you to cover our Cook during annual leave and sickness, some experience within that role is also required.
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
* Contributory pension scheme
* Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
* Access to development opportunities
* Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
* Leadership & management development
* Long service award
* Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.