Domestic/Kitchen Assistant

Lukka Care Homes Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Lukka Care Homes Ltd is seeking a Domestic/Kitchen Assistant for Acorn Lodge Care Home in Hackney (E5). The role is mainly domestic, with kitchen duties as needed, supporting the care home team to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming environment for residents.

You will work on site, following cleaning schedules, uphold privacy and dignity of residents, and assist the Chef when required. Full training and ongoing support are provided.

Responsibilities

• Clean public areas, lounges and corridors according to the centre’s cleaning schedule.
• Carry out domestic duties to support residents' welfare and comfort.
• Assist with kitchen duties and meal preparation when required.
• Ensure hygiene and safety standards, including COSHH regulations where applicable.
• Report accidents and incidents to the Home Manager as required.
• Keep kitchen and equipment clean and maintained.

Job description

We are seeking a Domestic/Kitchen Assistant for Acorn Lodge Care Home, Hackney, E5

Mainly Domestic Role, however, you will be required to work as a Kitchen Assistant as and when required

Domestic

To ensure all public areas, lounges, corridors and lounges are cleaned as per cleaning schedules.

To clean Service Users rooms, considering their rights to privacy, paying attention to high dusting and moving of furniture.

To ensure that Service Users are helped to retain their dignity and individuality. To clean all WC’s and bathrooms as scheduled by the Centre Manager.

To shampoo carpets as required.

To clean light shades as per schedule.

To clean and maintain cleaning equipment.

To observe COSHH and other health and safety regulations.

To ensure Service Users safety whilst using cleaning equipment.

To take all reasonable steps to ensure the safekeeping of Service Users property.

Carry out general household duties that promote the welfare of residents.

To be aware and comply with the centres Operational Policy and Procedures as documented in the Quality Manual.

To be fully conversant with the rules and procedures carried out in the event of fire.

To report all accidents and incidents to the Person-in-Charge of the Home.

To be aware of and comply with the requirements regarding dress, behaviour, punctuality and attendance as indicated in the Disciplinary and Grievance Procedure, Disciplinary Rules and Contract of Employment.

Where centre policy is proved to be ill defined, or is becoming unworkable, please ensure that the Centre Manager is informed.

To attend appropriate training courses or study as requested.

To be aware of and implement any Quality initiatives developed by the Company.

To undertake other duties requested by the Home Manager.

To ensure the kitchen and equipment is kept clean and to help with the preparation of food when required.

To be available to assist the Chef in any job that is deemed necessary which could include: Washing up, Preparation of vegetables, Cleaning of kitchen and equipment, Assist with the cleaning of serveries on a daily basis, Collect and distribute crockery from the resident areas, Preparation of meals within your capabilities.

For compliance with the Health & Safety Policy in kitchen and stores.

To maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and stores.

To be fully conversant with the rules and procedures carried out in the event of fire.

To ensure all Procedures and Work Instructions in the Quality Manual are undertaken.

Any duty, which falls within the responsibility of the job