We require a Kitchen Assistant to work full time in our busy kitchens based in Gilwern and Brynmawr.

Working to strict legal requirements including health and safety, to:

· Adhere to the Rota prepared by the Head Chef/Cook/Kitchen Lead.

· Prepare food and general cooking requirements.

· To clean kitchen areas as instructed by the Head Chef/Cook/Kitchen Lead.

· To serve as instructed and record food temperatures.

· To load plates and utensils into the dishwasher and ensure they are cleaned to the correct standard.

· To collect trolleys in all areas as instructed.

· To ensure all items on that day’s menu are present and correct on trolleys.

· To empty bins and clean bin area.

· To sweep, mop and scrub all floor areas.

· Any other tasks as deemed appropriate by the Head Chef/Cook/Kitchen Lead.

· Maintain a high standard of hygiene within the home and adhere to COSSH guidelines.

· Maintain health and safety in the home by adhering to the company’s policies and procedures at all times.

· To co-operate and action requests from the Home Manager and or residents wherever possible.

· Report any damage or potential hazards to maintenance or the management team.

· This list of duties is not exhaustive, the post holder may be requiredto undertake other relevant duties as reasonably required.

Skills Required:

· Ability to work unsupervised, using initiative and maintain professional standards, even when under pressure.

· Flexible to meet the needs of the home.

· To understand and ability to adhere to infection control, health and safety/COSHH guidelines. Full training will be provided.

· Proven communication skills both written and verbal.

· Proven ability to organise priorities.

· Ability to appreciate the needs of others.

· Ability to work as part of a team.

· Smart appearance, good personal hygiene standards.

· Shares ideas with others [to make improvements]

· Keen to learn and improve own performance.

· Committed to communicate with colleagues to understand their needs

· Has a ‘can-do’ attitude to work

Values and behaviours to work in social care to include:

· Adaptability

· Compassion

· Empathy

· Imagination

· Integrity

· Respect

· Responsibility

· Confidentiality

· Treating people with dignity

Working Environment and other requirements

· Advanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) check is essential.

· May be physically and emotionally demanding.

· Residential care is a 24-hour, year-round service and the role will usually require working 35-40 hours a week which include shifts, evening, and weekend work.

· Proof of right to work within the UK.

· Employment references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Additional leave

Experience:

Catering: 1 year (preferred)
Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
Kitchen experience: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Glaslyn Kitchen

Glaslyn Care Homes Ltd jobs

Full time Kitchen Assistant