Relief Catering Assistant – Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home

Cyngor Sir Ceredigion County Council; Aberystwyth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government council is seeking a passionate Catering Assistant for Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home in Aberystwyth. The successful candidate will assist with meal preparation and serve residents, ensuring hygiene and safety standards. Previous kitchen experience and a willingness to learn are essential. Join our team to create a positive dining experience for our residents while enjoying competitive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave allowance

Generous pension contribution

Health and Wellbeing support

Learning and development opportunities

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a kitchen environment.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and undertake relevant courses as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals and beverages.
• Record the temperature of food at the point of service.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen and dining areas.
• Collaborate with the catering team to deliver exceptional service.
• Ensure compliance with food handling and hygiene standards.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety understanding

Job description

We operate a bilingual policy. All applicants are invited to apply in Welsh, and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Join our team as a Catering Assistant at Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home, Aberystwyth!

Are you passionate about food and dedicated to delivering exceptional service? We are seeking an enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our team at Hafan y Waun Residential Care Home. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in upholding the highest standards of service, ensuring a positive dining experience for our residents.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals and beverages, including setting up and clearing of tables where necessary
• Record the temperature of food at the point of service
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas, including washing up of equipment and utensils
• Collaborate with the catering team to deliver exceptional service
• Ensure strict compliance with current food handling and hygiene standards, guided by Food Safety legislation and Environmental Health Standards
• Adhere to health and safety regulations, including manual handling, COSHH, and safe use of hazardous equipment

Working hours:

• 0 hours per week on a two-week rolling rota, including early/late shifts and weekend work

Qualifications and Skills:

• Previous experience working in a kitchen environment
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Willingness to learn and undertake relevant courses as required

What we can offer you:

In recognition of your skills and commitment, we provide a comprehensive range of employee benefits, including:

• Competitive annual leave allowance (from 27 to 34 days per year, pro rata)
• Generous pension contribution scheme (employer’s contribution of 14.6%)
• Family and carer support, including enhanced maternity pay, carers passport, etc.
• Health and Wellbeing support, including free and confidential counselling, discounted gym membership
• Salary sacrifice schemes, including additional voluntary pension contributions, cycle to work, and car leasing

More information about our range of employee benefits can be found here.

Join us in creating a positive and fulfilling dining experience for our residents. Apply today and become a valued member of our dedicated team.

Note: We reserve the right to extend the application closing date.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults at risk. As part of this commitment, certain roles within our organisation require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess the suitability of candidates. This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. Please note that the presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration. We assess each applicant on a case-by-case basis, considering the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the role's responsibilities. Our goal is to create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. If you have any concerns or questions regarding this process, please contact us for clarification. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance throughout the recruitment process.

Additional Benefits:

• Work-life balance
• Lifestyle savings scheme
• Generous employer pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Learning and development opportunities

Where you'll work

Porth Gofal – Targeted Intervention Services

We are at the core of Ceredigion’s social care provision, focusing on tailored interventions to meet individual needs and guide them to early help or specialist services. Our functions include:

• Porth Gofal Intake and Triage Team
• Targeted Intervention Services
• Fostering Services
• Residential and Day Care Services
• Housing Services
• Integrated Community Equipment Stores
• Emergency Duty Team

More information about our teams can be found here.

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