Catering Assistant

CHS Group; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 11,000; Part time

Job summary

A community care organization in Cambridge is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the Cook in preparing balanced meals and maintaining kitchen hygiene. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of health and safety regulations and be flexible in their approach to work. This role offers various employee benefits including discounts, a contributory pension scheme, and comprehensive training opportunities. Join us to make a positive difference in the lives of individuals needing support.

Benefits

Employee discount scheme

Doctor Care Anywhere

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

30 days holiday

Company sick pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible Working Policy

Comprehensive free training

Free DBS for relevant posts

Qualifications

• An awareness of Health and Safety, HACCP and COSHH standards.
• Ability to maintain high standards of hygiene and safety.
• Flexibility in adapting to various kitchen tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Cook in meal preparation.
• Keep the kitchen clean and tidy.
• Assist with meal service when required.
• Maintain documentation per HACCP regulations.

Skills

Health and Safety awareness

HACCP knowledge

Ability to plan and organize workload

Flexible and adaptable

Job description

16.5 hours per week

Salary : £12.21 per hour

What you’ll do

To assist the Cook in the preparation of nutritionally balanced meals and snacks in accordance with the Home’s policies and procedures, including the provision of specialist diets.

Keep the kitchen clean and tidy ensuring the highest standard of hygiene and safety.

When required, assist with the service of meals and drinks.

Maintain documentation in accordance with HACCP regulations.

About You

An awareness Health and Safety, HACCP and COSHH and subsequent revisions or ability to attain.

Able to plan and organise own workload effectively and to ensure that routine tasks are carried out promptly and to the highest standard.

Flexible and Adaptable – adopts a practical approach to achieve the required results.

We can offer

• Employee discount scheme (retail, leisure, gym membership and fitness equipment)
• Doctor Care Anywhere (telehealth service offering private online GP and nurse appointments via video and phone)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice)
• One day off a year to volunteer for a charity of your choice
• 30 days holiday, increasing to 35 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff), depending on length of service
• Holiday purchase scheme- up to 5 days per annum (pro rata for part-time staff)
• Company sick pay
• 58p per mile business mileage allowance
• Refer a friend scheme (£250)
• Contributory pension scheme, which both you and CHS contribute to
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Flexible Working Policy
• Full induction
• Comprehensive free training and development opportunities with paid time off
• Free DBS (for relevant posts)
• Free onsite / nearby parking
• Blue Light Card (Housing with Care only)
• Selling annual leave (Housing with Care)
• Recruitment and retention payment of of £150 after completion of 6 months’ successful probationary period and £100 on completion of a further 6 months’ continuous service (for eligible roles in Housing with Care)
• Richard Newcombe Court (CQC rated Good) is part of the charitable organisation CHS Group and supports the elderly to lead fulfilling lives confidently and as independently as possible. What makes us different is our ongoing commitment to make a positive difference to individuals lives and to invest in ongoing organisational training and personal development. If you would like to work for an organisation that provides the type of care that you would expect for your loved ones, we would welcome your application.
• For an informal chat about the post, please contact Samantha Argent, Care and Support Manager on 01223 352135.
• Please note this position is subject to a clear Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
• If you are registered with the online DBS Update Service, thismay expedite your application process.
• PLEASE NOTE UNFORTUNATELY WE DO NOT PROVIDE VISA SPONSORSHIP