Overview
Kitchen Assistant Part-time (Pittyvaich) at Parklands Care Homes
Job Type: Part-time (9 hours a week) • Duration: Permanent • Schedule: Days (rotational shift basis that includes weekends) • Hourly Rate: £13.00
Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK for their application to be considered.
We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant who is dedicated to making every moment count, regardless of their qualifications or experience. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will need to be adaptable and able to work efficiently in a dynamic environment where priorities can change quickly. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the team are essential. Your role will involve maintaining the kitchen and pantry, organising supplies, and ensuring the kitchen operates smoothly to meet the dietary needs of our residents, contributing to their health and wellbeing.
Responsibilities
* To manage the “Cook Safe” system, adhering to the policies for: probing food, fridge and freezer temperatures, food delivery, food storage, hot holding of food, serving of food, cleaning of the kitchen, labelling of food and personal hygiene measures.
* To assist cooks for food preparation e.g. sandwiches/salads.
* To prepare vegetables.
* To dispose of food and other waste appropriately.
* To adhere to Food Safety policies for prevention of infection and cross contamination of food.
* To keep the kitchen clean and tidy, according to the cleaning schedules. Mop floors, adhering to infection control and Health and Safety policies.
* To report faults and defects in catering equipment and the fabric of the kitchen to the Shift Leader/Manager.
* To assist with the cleaning of yellow boxes, trolleys, extractor fan and cooker etc.
* To put away food when it has been delivered from suppliers, rotate stock, to prevent old stock being left.
* Attend mandatory training in Moving and Handling, Health and Safety, Elementary Food Hygiene, Infection Control and First Aid, as appropriate to the job.
What We Can Offer
* Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 per referral)
* Above & Beyond Rewards and Recognition Initiative
* Family Friendly Working
* Flexible Pay Access
* Free PVG Check
* Company Pension
* Free On-Site Parking
* Training and development to thrive; opportunity to build on existing skills
* Opportunity to develop career with Parklands
Location
Pittyvaich Care Home, Inverness. The home is located in a vibrant neighbourhood with transport links to the city centre and is near local shops, schools and nurseries, offering views of the Moray Firth.
Requirements
* Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities
* Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with the team
* Willingness to complete mandatory training (Moving and Handling, Health and Safety, Elementary Food Hygiene, Infection Control and First Aid, as appropriate)
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