Kitchen Assistant

Contracted Hours: 22

Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in supporting the kitchen staff by assisting with various tasks related to food preparation and service. This position is perfect for individuals looking to gain experience in a fast-paced culinary environment, whether you have prior kitchen experience or are eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic breakfast options along with occasional home baking, including cakes and sandwiches.
• Report any incidents or accidents immediately to the General Assistant. If the General Assistant is absent then report incidents or accidents to the Cook or, if not available, Registered Care Home Manager.
• Ensure that all cups are soaked at the end of each day.
• Ensure the dishwasher is regularly checked for detergents etc to ensure regular maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and Food Hygiene requirements at all times.
• Attend health and safety and mandatory training appropriate to your role as directed.
• Prepare food orders for residents.
• Record and monitor food wastage from trolleys and report to the Head Chef.
• Prepare trays for our residents.
• Ensure Residents’ and lounge juice jugs are kept filled.
• Cruet sets to be maintained in both dining rooms and corridor one.
• Cover break time for early and late shift kitchen staff.
• Plate up biscuits/cakes/snacks for residents’ morning and afternoon snacks.
• Wash all used/dirty cooking utensils, crockery and dishes using correct machinery and detergents.
• Prepare the snack trollies including regular preparation and checking of tea, sugar and coffee trays for visitors throughout the day and inline with business requirement..
• Ensure the staff kitchen is stocked with fresh bread, milk, butter and tea and coffee making supplies by 9am each day.
• Monitor, top up and record stock for staff meals.
• Check and clean all fridges, including those in the staff kitchen daily.
• Collect all dishes and cups from the staff kitchen and return to the main kitchen.
• Ensuring safe working at all times and food hygiene and personal hygiene practices are of a high standard.
• Ensure the correct standards of Personal protective Equipment (PPE) is worn at all times throughout the course of your duties.
• Complete all necessary paperwork including cleaning schedules, temperatures and health and safety paperwork.

Experience

• Previous experience in a catering or restaurant environment is advantageous but not essential.
• Familiarity with meal preparation and food safety practices is highly desirable.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently under pressure are essential attributes for success in this role.
• Excellent teamwork skills, with the ability to communicate effectively within a busy kitchen setting. Join us as we create delicious meals and memorable experiences for our guests!

Pay: £13.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person