Overview
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Prestwick Care, a top care home provider based in the North East of England, is currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant at Bay View House. The successful candidate will help the catering team to provide a high standard of food service whilst maintaining excellence in cleanliness.
Job title
Kitchen Assistant
Location
Whitley Bay
About The Role
We are seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our team at Bay View House. In this role, a Kitchen Assistant supports the Head Chef or 2nd Chef by preparing ingredients, maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen, and helping with basic food preparation.
What We Offer
* Full training package.
* Employee Assistance programme.
* Employee discount card for our leisure sites.
Key Responsibilities
* Working with the Chefs, carrying out delegated duties which will include food & vegetable preparation.
* Ensure all serveries are stocked with appropriate supplies and kept clean.
* Collect dirty crockery and utensils from floors and ensure dishes are washed.
* Clean all equipment used by cook including food trolleys.
* Responsible for cleanliness in the kitchen as it is a high priority, with spillages being cleaned up immediately.
* Keeping all work surfaces clean.
* Undertake Basic Food Hygiene Course.
* Complies with requirements of the Health & Safety Act and COSHH regulations.
* Maintain confidentiality at all times. Information gained about individual residents must not be mentioned outside the home.
* Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.
* Wear appropriate clothing as stated in the company handbook.
Required Skills & Experience
* Good, friendly communication skills.
* Able to work within a close team.
* Satisfactory DBS check.
* Knowledge / experience of health and safety legislation.
* Flexible in approach to working rota.
* Must have impeccable standards of personal hygiene and cleanliness.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Management and Manufacturing
Industries
* Laundry and Drycleaning Services
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