Kitchen lead/Programme Assistant - Carrick on Shannon - CE Scheme - Irish Wheelchair Associatio[...]

Irish Wheelchair Association - Sligo; Connacht; On-site; EUR 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in Ireland is seeking a Kitchen Lead/Programme Assistant to oversee kitchen operations and support service users. This role requires no prior experience as training will be provided. The ideal candidate will assist in meal preparation and adhere to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and efficient work environment. Opportunities for further qualifications are available.

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; accredited training will be provided.
• Ability to assist in personal care if required.
• Understanding of health and safety regulations in a kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the kitchen.
• Menu planning and meal preparation.
• Maintain inventory levels and cleanliness.

Skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Willingness to engage in training

Sufficient level of English

Job description

Kitchen lead/Programme Assistant - Carrick on Shannon

Irish Wheelchair Association - Sligo

Ref: #CES-2422694

Eligibility to participate on CE is generally linked to those who are 21 years or over and in receipt of a qualifying social welfare payment for 1 year or more or 18 years and over for certain disadvantaged groups. Your eligibility will have to be verified by the Department.

To register your interest you can contact an Employment Personal Advisor (EPA) in your local Intreo Centre.

Applicants should supply suitable character references and be prepared to complete a Garda vetting application form.

Job Description

Duties

This is a developmental opportunity, no experience necessary. Accredited training will be provided to support your career.

There will be opportunity to work towards QQI and /or Industry Standard qualifications.

• Oversee the daily operations of the kitchen
• Menu Planning
• Preparation and cooking of meals, ensuring that all dishes meet quality standards
• Maintain inventory levels
• Maintain a clean kitchen in accordance with health and safety regulations
• To assist in the provision of day centre services and activities with service users as required
• Supporting service users and personal care if required
• Assist service users on outings
• Operating lifting equipment on buses
• Clamping wheelchairs aboard buses
• Cleaning/maintenance duties

Ideal candidate

• The ability to work as part of a team
• A willingness to engage in training and to complete the mandatory training courses
• A sufficient level of English to ensure clear communication with service users

Sector

• human health and social work activities