Catering Assistant
Job Purpose: To assist the Cook in the provision and serving of an exceptional standard of all food, snacks and drinks on a daily basis to the Residents of our Residential Care Home and ensure a high standard of cleanliness and order in the Home's kitchen.
Post:
Catering Assistant - WEEKEND ENHANCEMENT PAY
Location:
Penpergwm House Ltd (Kitchen)
Responsible For:
Being a supportive part of the team and a good opportunity for someone looking for a second job or additional hours.
Shifts:
7am – 1pm EARLY (6 hours)
1pm – 7pm - LATES (6 hours)
Reporting to: Catering Manager
Duties and Responsibilities:
* Preparing and serving breakfast to Residents in the dining room approx. 8am – 9.30am in a caring and sensitive manner.
* Ensure that all food preparation and catering areas are cleaned and maintained to a regulatory standard.
* Think and plan ahead to support the Cook productively.
* Prepare and serve Residents' hot drinks at 10.30am and when requested.
* If Resident is in their room, take order for lunch off the menu.
* Load and unload dishwasher and wash up all pots and pans throughout the day.
* Set the dining tables for lunch starting at 12.30pm to a hotel standard.
* Prepare water/juice jugs and ensure sauces, condiments etc. are provided as appropriate plus cloth napkins for lunch.
* Safe disposal of unwanted food.
* Clear crockery from dining room after every meal.
* Take waste outside to be disposed of in external waste bins.
* Clean kitchen floor thoroughly to a required standard before leaving shift.
* Label of food in fridges and freezers if needed
* Check deliveries away in appropriate stores, rotating stock accordingly.
* Undertake such staff training & development as required to maintain high standards.
* Ensure health and safety regulations are adhered to.
* Be aware of allergies and procedures to report concerns
* Prepare vegetables as and when required
* Proactive communication to ensure stocks do not run out.
* Basic food preparation
* Prepare the trays ready for supper – meal, cutlery, cup and saucer, doily and a pudding
* Any other reasonable duty as directed by the Catering Manager or the Weekend Cook.
* Attend supervisions, appraisals and any required training.
* Wear uniform provided and flat, sensible shoes at all time.
* We are a 24/7 company - therefore a willingness to be flexible and accommodating is appreciated.
Person Specifications:
* Promote working as a team towards a common goal
* Have the ability to carry out tasks quickly and competently
* Have the ability to pick up instructions quickly and follow them closely
* Commitment to delivering the best food experience for the clients at Penpergwm House.
* Empathy with older persons.
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Flexible and willingness to work weekends on a rota basis, if required
* Basic Food Handling certificate (Training can be provided)
* Good planning organisational skills
* Understanding of food safety issues
* Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Home at all times both on the premises and outside events, as well as outside of work.
* Confident to work alone in the kitchen.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21-£12.71 per hour
Benefits:
* Discounted or free food
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Have you any experience in a Care setting?
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person