Pantry Assistants (Weston View)

Parklands Care Homes; Keith; On-site; GBP 9,643,000 - 19,286,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend

Rewards program

Family friendly

Flexible pay

PVG check

Company pension

Free parking

Training & development

Career progression

Job summary

Parklands Care Homes at Weston View Care Home in Keith, Scotland, is seeking a Pantry Assistant to support meals for residents and maintain a clean, efficient kitchen and dining area. You will assist with breakfast, light meals, and daily menus while ensuring safety and accommodating dietary needs.

The role offers part-time hours (20 or 10 per week) with a flexible schedule, £13.00 per hour, and training to support your growth within a caring team.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Experience in kitchen/food service preferred.
• Able to adapt in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Cook Safe system, ensuring food safety, temperature monitoring and hygiene.
• Prepare and serve breakfast, offer meal choices, and cook light meals.
• Liaise with cooks to accommodate dietary needs and complete daily menus.
• Clear tables, wash dishes, prep vegetables, and maintain a clean kitchen and dining area.
• Order and store food supplies, ensuring stock while following infection control policies.
• Attend mandatory training as required.
• Maintain positive attitude and help others within the team.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Food service experience

Tools

Cook Safe system

Job description

Job Type(s) Part-time

• 20 hours
• 10 hours

Duration(s): Permnanent Schedule(s): Days (as and when required) Hourly Rate(s): £13.00
Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK for their application to be considered.
We are looking for Pantry Assistants who is dedicated to making every moment count, regardless of their qualifications or experience.
As a Pantry Assistant, you will need to be adaptable and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with our team are essential for maintaining the pantry, organising supplies, and ensuring that the kitchen operates smoothly to meet the dietary needs of residents.
The Role...

• Manage the "Cook Safe" system, ensuring adherence to food safety policies, including food probing, temperature monitoring, and hygiene measures.
• Preparing and serving breakfast, offering meal choices to residents, and cooking light meals.
• Liaise with cooks to accommodate residents' dietary needs, be aware of food allergies, and complete daily menus based on individual preferences.
• Clearing tables, washing dishes, preparing vegetables, setting up for meals, and maintaining a clean kitchen and dining area.
• Order and store food supplies, ensuring adequate stock while adhering to infection control and health and safety policies.
• Attendance at mandatory training is required.
• Previous kitchen or food service experience is preferred, along with strong organisational skills, attention to detail, physical stamina, and good communication abilities.
• A positive attitude and a passion for helping others are essential.

Be part of our dedicated care team in our Weston View Care Home located in Keith, a town that marks the starting point of Scotland's Malt Whisky Trail and boasts many beautiful walks.
What We Can Offer...

• Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 per referral)
• Above & Beyond Rewards and Recognition Initiative
• Family Friendly Working
• Flexible Pay Access
• Free PVG Check
• Company Pension
• Free On-Site Parking
• We’ll provide the training and development you need to thrive and a chance to build on the skills you have
• We aim to develop our own talent, giving you the opportunity to develop your career with Parklands