Food Service Assistant

Elizabeth Finn Homes; Long Compton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Bradwell Village is seeking a Food Services Assistant to prepare and serve meals, ensure kitchen cleanliness, and work within a dedicated team to provide excellent service. The ideal candidate will have good communication skills and a Food Hygiene Certificate, with training provided for the role. This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.60 plus benefits.

Benefits

Fully paid induction programme

Flexible shifts

Occupational sick pay after probation

Free on-site parking

Subsidised meals while on duty

Qualifications

• Good general health, physically and mentally fit.
• Previous experience in a Care Home Environment is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to residents.
• Ensure cleanliness of kitchens and equipment.
• Work as part of a team to provide excellent customer service.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Good team player

Education

Good general education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Food Services Assistant - Bradwell Village, Oxfordshire

Hourly Rate: £12.60 + benefits

Permanent Full-time or Part-time hrs available - Up to 30hrs per week

The Cotswold Home, Woodside Drive, Bradwell Village, OX18 4XA, is a CQC rated Outstanding care home.

Elizabeth Finn is a leading care provider providing exceptional care throughout our eight prestigious care homes. Our company values are Bring Love, Inspire More, Act with Purpose and Welcome All.

The Cotswold Home is situated in a beautiful area close to the lovely town of Burford. The home offers the highest levels of care provided by our team of experienced and committed staff. Our 51 ensuite bedrooms are equipped to the highest standards and we provide both residential and nursing care, on a permanent or short stay basis as well as end of life care.

About The Role

We have a dedicated and well-trained team providing an excellent standard of person-centred care for our residents. As a Food Services Assistant joining our large, diverse team, you will:

• Prepare and serve meals to residents
• Ensure cleanliness of kitchens and equipment
• Work as part of a team to provide excellent customer service

Person Specification

Education Level: Essential - Good general education, Professional Qualification: Essential - Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to undertake the same. Desirable: NVQ II

Specialist Experience: Desirable - Previous experience in a Care Home Environment, Previous experience in a similar role.

Physical Requirements: In good general health, physically and mentally fit to meet the requirements of the role.

Other Specific Attributes: Ability to work on own initiative, Good team player, Calm, professional and mature approach, Good communication skills, Empathy with older people.

Prior experience is desirable but not needed, as we will give you all the training you need to be successful in this role.

Benefits

We offer the following benefits:

• Fully paid induction programme
• Enhanced pay for family leave
• Flexible shifts
• 5.6 working weeks holiday per year
• Overtime and bank holiday enhancements to pay
• Group pension plan
• Occupational sick pay after probation
• Wellbeing support through various initiatives including an employee assistance programme with free counselling and Mental Health First Aiders
• Opportunity to earn rewards via Care Friends which you can cash in when you choose
• Free Blue Light card - provides members with thousands of amazing retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Long service awards
• Apprenticeships, continuous learning and development, professional development and study support opportunities
• Free DBS unless leaving during probation
• Uniform provided
• Free on-site parking
• Subsidised meals while on duty

Elizabeth Finn Homes is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our residents and expect all employees to share this commitment.