Kitchen Assistant - Bank

St Philips Care; Dunning; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health support

Friendly environment

Learn while you earn

Full training

Paid induction

Flexible hours

Rewards scheme

Refer a friend bonus

St Philips Care family

Make a difference

Pension option

Job summary

St Philips Care Group in Scotland is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the Cook and provide high quality meals for residents.

You will help with meal preparation, serving, dining room setup, washing up, and maintaining hygiene in line with policies. Training provided and opportunities to develop catering skills.

Join a friendly team within a caring environment and contribute to excellent resident care while adhering to COSHH and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Kitchen experience or willingness to learn in a care home setting.

Responsibilities

• Accept reasonable duties as delegated by the Cook/Assistant Cook.
• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and beverages.
• Prepare the dining room for the serving of meals.
• Clear tables and ensure crockery and cutlery are washed and put away.
• Work in accordance with home policies.
• Carry out kitchen duties to maintain a high standard of hygiene.
• Report any issues to the Cook or Care Centre Manager.
• Attend mandatory and in-house training as required.
• Understand COSHH issues and maintain cleanliness and records.

Skills

Hygiene standards

Meal preparation

COSHH awareness

Dining room setup

Teamwork

Record keeping

Job description

We are recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to join our established and friendly team to support the cook and provide the highest quality meals for our residents.

You will be joining St Philip's Care we are dedicated to providing outstanding care to our clients which is why we have been named 'The most outstanding care group in the UK' and ‘The most improved Dementia Care Group in the UK’ by the UK Over 50s Housing Awards.

As a Kitchen Assistant you will be responsible for:

• To accept reasonable duties as delegated by the Cook/Assistant Cook
• To assist with the preparation and serving of meals and beverages as required.
• To prepare the dining room for the serving of meals.
• To clear tables and ensure all crockery and cutlery are washed put away.
• To work in accordance with the homes policies.
• To carry out kitchen duties ensuring a high standard of hygiene at all times. To use resources effectively.
• Report any issues or matters raised by service users concerning catering to the Cook or Care Centre Manager
• Abide and understand policies and procedures
• Attend mandatory and in house training as required
• Understand COSHH issues
• Maintain cleanliness and records as required

To accept reasonable duties as delegated by the Cook/Assistant Cook To assist with the preparation and serving of meals and beverages as required. To prepare the dining room for the serving of meals. To clear tables and ensure all crockery and cutlery are washed put away. To work in accordance with the homes policies. To carry out kitchen duties ensuring a high standard of hygiene at all times. To use resources effectively. Report any issues or matters raised by service users concerning catering to the Cook or Care Centre Manager Abide and understand policies and procedures Attend mandatory and in house training as required Understand COSHH issues Maintain cleanliness and records as required

Benefits of working with the St Philips Family

• Health Assured Free Support -Employee Assistance Program to support with physical, mental and financial issues
• A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment
• The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications “learn while you earn!”
• Full training given
• Paid induction and shadow shifts
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your life
• Rewards scheme for all staff
• Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00
• To be part of the St Philip’s Care family across the UK
• The chance to change lives
• Option to join the people pension if not automatically enrolled.
• To accept reasonable duties as delegated by the Cook/Assistant Cook To assist with the preparation and serving of meals and beverages as required. To prepare the dining room for the serving of meals. To clear tables and ensure all crockery and cutlery are washed put away. To work in accordance with the homes policies. To carry out kitchen duties ensuring a high standard of hygiene at all times. To use resources effectively. Report any issues or matters raised by service users concerning catering to the Cook or Care Centre Manager Abide and understand policies and procedures Attend mandatory and in house training as required Understand COSHH issues Maintain cleanliness and records as required