Kitchen Assistant - Streets Meadow

Care Dorset Ltd; Alberta; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Care Dorset Ltd is seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to support meal preparation and ensure hygiene standards. This role involves working as part of a team to create nutritious meals while adhering to safety practices. Join us to make a positive difference in the lives of those we support.

Benefits

Generous annual leave starting at 27 days

Enhanced maternity pay

Occupational sick pay entitlement

Training & development opportunities

Refer a Friend Bonus

Qualifications

• Ability to use kitchen equipment and follow instructions.
• Good written English skills.
• Willingness to work towards Food Safety Level 2 and Infection Control certificates.

Responsibilities

• Support the Assistant Cook in preparing nutritious meals.
• Maintain food hygiene standards and follow health and safety practices.
• Serve meals and keep food prep areas clean.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork commitment

Food hygiene and safety

Education

Food Safety Level 2 Certificate

Infection Control Certificate

Job description

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Description

Position title: Kitchen Assistant - Streets Meadow

Description

We are people focused, genuine, have integrity, develop, and are a team. These values define our personality and guide our decisions daily, embodying the Care Dorset way.

Do you have a passion for creating tasty and nutritious meals? Do you enjoy supporting people with passion? If so, this role could be perfect for you.

Location: Streets Meadow, Hanham Road, Wimborne

• £12.43 per hour
• Increased pay on weekends
• 37 hours per week
• Set shift pattern
• Development and ongoing training
• Refer a friend scheme up to £300

Care Dorset Offers Fantastic Benefits

• Generous annual leave (starting at 27 days, rising to 31 after 5 years, excluding bank holidays, pro-rata)
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Occupational sick pay entitlement
• Funded Blue Light discount package
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive induction
• Training & development opportunities, including Litmos online platform
• Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £300 per successful hire
• Annual awards ceremony to celebrate success

About The Role

The Kitchen Assistant supports the Assistant Cook in preparing nutritious meals, considering dietary requirements. They ensure a clean, safe environment, follow hygiene policies, and contribute to safeguarding the welfare of those supported.

Responsibilities And Accountabilities

• Basic food prep such as vegetables and salads
• Prepare meals per dietary needs (allergies, textures, cultural diets)
• Maintain food hygiene standards
• Follow health and safety practices, wear protective clothing
• Keep food prep areas clean and ready
• Serve meals with team members
• Clear and wash up after meals
• Use equipment safely, keep it maintained, report faults
• Unload deliveries, perform general kitchen duties
• Maintain personal hygiene and presentation
• Work as part of a team, cover for others when needed
• Keep records for audits
• Attend staff meetings

Person Specification Must Haves

• Ability to use kitchen equipment, follow instructions
• Good written English skills
• Reasonable physical fitness
• Effective communication and listening skills
• Teamwork commitment
• Willingness to work towards Food Safety Level 2 and Infection Control certificates
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety
• Basic catering equipment knowledge

Good To Have

• Food Safety Level 2 Certificate
• Infection Control Certificate
• Protection of Vulnerable Adults Training
• Ability to work independently
• Experience in food handling, preparation, cleaning
• Knowledge of hygiene practices, COSHH regulations

If you are enthusiastic about making a positive difference and meet the above requirements, we want to hear from you.

Join Care Dorset and contribute to supporting and improving lives. Apply now for a rewarding career!

Applications are managed by a third party, acting on behalf of Care Dorset.