Staff Benefits at Kibble
* Learning continues with opportunities for further training, job variety and funded study
* Healthcare significantly contributes to expenses such as dental treatments, new glasses and contact lenses
* Money off shopping and events from Blue Light Card, Costco and other partners
* Discounts are available for childcare through Puddle Lane children’s nursery
* Immediate access to confidential counselling helps you prioritise self-care
* Wellbeing perks continue with Cycle to Work and generous holidays
About Kibble
Kibble supports children and young people (aged 5-26) who have experienced trauma and adversity through residential care, education and mental health services. For more than 200 years, we’ve put young people first and have built a trusted charity with vital services that strive to transform lives, families and communities.
When starting a new job at Kibble, you’ll become part of a dedicated staff team who make sure children are happy and safe 365 days a year, 24/7. Whether your role is in care, education, or the corporate side, you’ll help give young people a chance at life.
Who are we?
Kibble is Scotland’s specialist provider of services for at risk children and young people. By providing a range of integrated services, we help build positive futures for children and young people aged 5 plus, with complex social, emotional and educational needs.
Job Purpose:
To undertake, individually or as part of a team, the preparation, simple cooking and serving of food, under the general direction of a Cook or Supervisor. Our kitchen has been accredited with the Healthy Living Award, therefore you will be responsible for helping to maintain this.
About our services
Kibble supports vulnerable and at-risk children and young people (aged 5-19yrs) across a range of campus and community-based services. Many of the young people we care for have experienced significant trauma in their lives and Kibble offers dedicated care and support to help them move forward and achieve the best outcomes possible. These services include residential, secure services (Safe Centre) and community support, as well as dedicated education and wellbeing services. Kibble is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment.
Main Duties:
* General kitchen and dining area duties, for example washing up, setting up and clearing away crockery and kitchen equipment.
* Cleaning of the kitchen, its surrounds and equipment.
* Maintaining high standards of hygiene and health and safety within the kitchen.
* Preparation of food and beverages, for example, preparation of vegetables and snacks.
* Cooking of simple food and meals
* Working within various kitchens on and off campus
* Transporting and serving of meals.
* Other duties as required by the Catering Supervisor
Qualifications & Experience
* Possession of a Food Handling Certificate is desirable.
* Previous experience working in a large kitchen is desirable
* Clean and tidy appearance
* Ability to undertake some evening and weekend work
Personal Skills
* Positive and friendly attitude
* A self-starter
* Highly motivated
* Excellent team player
* Good time management and organisational skills
* Ability to cope well under pressure
* Excellent communicator
* Patient
* Flexible approach to work
Additional Information
Safe Crisis Training (SCM)
Successful candidates will require a level of fitness to be able to carry out SCM. Please see note section below (4) for further information.
Notes
1. This job outline reflects the main tasks and responsibilities discharged by the post holder at the present time, however, Kibble reserves the right to alter or amend the content of this job outline to reflect changes to the job or services provided, while maintaining the overall character and level of responsibility for the post.
2. Notwithstanding any information or statement described within this job outline, all duties must be carried out in a way that promotes equality of opportunity, dignity and respect for all individuals and which is consistent with Kibble’s stated policy on equal opportunities.
3. The successful candidate will be subject to PVG Scheme Membership. Having previous convictions will not automatically disbar you from working at Kibble (with the exception of offences against children or other vulnerable groups) and every case is taken on an individual basis.
4. The successful candidate will be required to undertake Safe Crisis Management (SCM) training and will require a level of fitness to be able to carry out SCM. The successful candidate must be able to participate fully in this training and be prepared to put this training into practice. The SCM training will consist of two days theory and two days physical training. The successful candidate must complete this training in full within four weeks of an agreed start date. Should the candidate for any reason fail any aspect of the SCM training (theory, physical or both parts), an additional two weeks will be given to pass.
5. Appointments will be subject to a twelve-month probationary period.
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