The Rhallt-Kitchen Assistant

Job Purpose:

• Prepare all foods, as directed by the Chef
• Assist and execute various kitchen duties such as ensuring cleaning schedules are adhered to
• Assist in preparation and serving of all meals, in a timely manner
• Liaise with care team members and residents in a polite and person-centred way

Key Accountabilities:

• Under the supervision of the Chef, assist in identifying items to be ordered to ensure enough levels of
  supplies for catering operation from specified suppliers, using the homes procedures
• Operate an efficient stock control system
• Ensure equipment supplied is used with care, in accordance with suppliers’ instructions and training
• Ensure all equipment is in good working order and report any faults immediately
• Prepare food items under the guidance of the chef Support the delivery and
  serving of food, if required
• Understand the specific diets identified as required by residents, and share any dietary concerns with the
  chef
• Be responsible for understanding Health and Safety requirements be clean, hygienic, and
  well always presented
• Any incidents or accidents to be reported to the chef, and appropriately recorded and actioned
• Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of those individuals they support
• Completion of mandatory E-Learnings
• To embed and demonstrate our company values throughout your working day

Skills and Competencies:

• Develop effective working relationships with other employees within the team
• Work with the chef in a positive way, and be proactive in identifying duties that need to be completed
• Liaise and communicate effectively with care team members to understand the dietary needs of residents
  that use the service
• Be polite and respectful in any communication with the team, residents and or external visitors
• Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth
• When interacting with residents, be person-centred, and promote respect and dignity

Qualifications:

• Approved Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate
• Good English Written and verbal

You will have:

• Experience of working in a care environment
• Experience in role applied for
• Excellent written and verbal interpersonal communication skills
• Experience in a customer facing environment
• Genuine interest in working within a caring environment
• Knowledge of texture modified diets
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and personal responsibility
• Experience of working with kitchen equipment and appliances and understanding the risks involved
• Satisfactory DBS Check

Benefits:

• 28 Days Holiday (Including Bank Holidays)
• Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Long Service Awards
• Employee Referral Bonus Scheme
• Apprenticeships available