Kitchen Assistant
An exciting new job opportunity has arisen for a skilled Kitchen Assistant to work in an exceptional care home based in the Nottingham area.
You will be working for one of UK's leading health care providers
This is a fantastic, purpose-built care home in Nottingham, providing high-quality residential care and short stay respite care for residents at the home
As the Kitchen Assistant your key duties include:
* Support the Cook with food preparation, serving meals, washing up and storing crockery and utensils safely
* Keep all areas of the kitchen clean and tidy in line with cleaning schedules and the Food Safety Manual
* Dispose of waste food safely and hygienically
* Ensure adequate supplies of cleaning and washing-up materials are available
* Assist with laundry tasks for kitchen linen
* Follow COSHH, food hygiene, health & safety and infection prevention requirements at all times
* Respect residents' privacy, dignity and choice
* Attend training, supervision, appraisals and staff meetings as required
The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:
* Previous experience of basic food preparation (desirable)
* Good communication and listening skills
* The ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively
* A positive, flexible approach to work
* Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a commitment to quality service
* Willingness to undertake training and development
The successful Kitchen Assistant will receive an excellent salary of £13.45 per hour, with hours offered on a flexible, as-needed basis.
In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:
* 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)
* A strong pension scheme and life assurance
* Free DBS checks and uniforms
* Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
* Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
* Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
* A full induction, ongoing training and development opportunities
* Long service awards to celebrate your contribution
Reference ID: 7255
To apply for this fantastic job role, please call on 0121 638 0567 or send your CV