At Penpergwm House, we want to provide our clients with wonderful, well balanced, varied and nutritional meals to not only satisfy all their dietary needs but to also be a source of enjoyment and comfort:
We are seeking enthusiasm, commitment and significant team spirit - you will need to have experience of working within a cooking environment in order to apply for this role - ideally experience of a care home setting and understanding of the requirement of a DBS.
Job Responsibilities and Duties:
* Prepare fresh produce as required for the weekly menu.
* Preparation and serving of main meals in the dining room.
* Support and assist in the serving of snacks/specialist meals, as required.
* Be aware of health and safety issues when working with the residents and work within the IDDSI Food Chart and Health & Safety at Work Act during hours of employment.
* Communicate and positively work with other care professionals when appropriate regarding the serving of food to the resident/s. with dietary requirements
* Prepare and serve supper for residents in accordance with the weeks menu
* Ensure all kitchen appliances, equipment and surfaces are clean and dry and in good working order
* Report faults, hazards or risks to the Catering Manager and/or Maintenance Team as soon as identified
* Store food in the in the pantry and fridge/freezer following the current legislation
* Attend any training as required to maintain high standards
* Any other reasonable duties as requested by the Catering Manager or General Manager
Administrative Tasks:
* To record accurately all kitchen records and checklists that are required and directed by the Catering Manager.
* Use of computer and telephone for ordering purposes, if required
* Report and record all accidents and complaints following Penpergwm House Ltd policies and procedures.
* Attend any meetings that contribute to the effective operation of the kitchen
Person specification
* Current Food Hygiene Certificate – Level 3 (in date)
* Flexibility to cover sickness and annual leave (over 7 days including weekends, on a rota basis)
* Own transport essential - due to rural location
* Good organisational skills and ability to think ahead, being able to work within a time frame
* Food preparation knowledge - required
* Experience/knowledge of working with older persons - desirable
* Empathy and a positive attitude towards working with elderly residents and other staff members
* Basic English language skills
* Basic English literacy
* To be able to work as part of a team
* Able to follow instructions as well as use own initiative as appropriate
* Reliable and punctual
* Ability to communicate effectively, showing tact, patience, and sensitivity.
* Ability to work unsupervised
* Plenty of initiative
* Passionate about food and presentation
* Professional
* Contribute ideas when reviewing menu
Knowledge and Training:
* Have knowledge and understanding of the hygiene and cleanliness of the kitchen, meeting all the requirements expected of a Residential Home environment
* A commitment to training in relevance to the Catering department in a Residential Home and personal development of knowledge and skills in this area.
* Agree to undertake statutory training to meet requirements
Qualifications:
* Current Food Hygiene Certificate – Level 3
Job Types: Part-time, Temp to perm
Pay: £12.80-£13.30 per hour
Application question(s):
* Are you fully Covid 19 vaccinated?
Experience:
* Catering: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Level 3 in Food Preparation & Hygiene (required)
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person