Kitchen Assistant

Overview

Catering and Hospitality - Yarnley House Care Home.

Contract:

Bank. Salary: £12.21 Per Hour. Shift Type:
Dayshift. Contracted hours:
Bank.

Our brand-new, luxury service is set in the small village of Crow, which is very close to Ringwood. We provide quality Residential, Dementia, Nursing and Respite care for 72-residents. We’re looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to support our culinary team, ensuring the preparation and delivery of high-quality meals, while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.

• Food Preparation:
  Assist in the preparation of food, helping to get meals ready efficiently and to a high standard.
• Kitchen Cleanliness:
  Maintain general cleanliness and tidiness in the kitchen area, including equipment and appliances, ensuring a hygienic environment.
• Delivery Handling:
  Receive, check, and safely store kitchen deliveries, ensuring that all items are properly accounted for and stored.
• Food Safety:
  Understand and implement safe food handling principles to ensure the highest standards of food safety are met.
• Cleaning Procedures:
  Follow cleaning procedures for different surfaces and equipment, ensuring everything is sanitized and well-maintained.
• Presentation:
  Ensure that all areas are well-presented and maintained in good condition, contributing to a professional kitchen environment.
• Safe Work Practices:
  Practice safe systems of work across a range of tasks to minimize risks and ensure a safe working environment.
• Health & Safety:
  Understand and adhere to Health and Safety at Work legislation, always ensuring compliance and safety.
• Professionalism:
  Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times, fostering a positive and respectful workplace.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Encourage and contribute to teamwork, supporting colleagues and working together effectively.
• Storage:
  Take responsibility for the safe and tidy storage of supplies and equipment, in line with your area of work.
• Policy Adherence:
  Read, understand, and adhere to company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines.

• Food Preparation:
  Assist in the preparation of food, helping to get meals ready efficiently and to a high standard.
• Kitchen Cleanliness:
  Maintain general cleanliness and tidiness in the kitchen area, including equipment and appliances, ensuring a hygienic environment.
• Delivery Handling:
  Receive, check, and safely store kitchen deliveries, ensuring that all items are properly accounted for and stored.
• Food Safety:
  Understand and implement safe food handling principles to ensure the highest standards of food safety are met.
• Cleaning Procedures:
  Follow cleaning procedures for different surfaces and equipment, ensuring everything is sanitized and well-maintained.
• Presentation:
  Ensure that all areas are well-presented and maintained in good condition, contributing to a professional kitchen environment.
• Safe Work Practices:
  Practice safe systems of work across a range of tasks to minimize risks and ensure a safe working environment.
• Health & Safety:
  Understand and adhere to Health and Safety at Work legislation, always ensuring compliance and safety.
• Professionalism:
  Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times, fostering a positive and respectful workplace.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Encourage and contribute to teamwork, supporting colleagues and working together effectively.
• Storage:
  Take responsibility for the safe and tidy storage of supplies and equipment, in line with your area of work.
• Policy Adherence:
  Read, understand, and adhere to company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines.

• Organizational
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently and maintain a clean and orderly kitchen.
• Food Safety Knowledge:
  Basic understanding of food safety and handling principles.
• Attention to Detail:
  Keen attention to detail for ensuring cleanliness, proper food storage, and accurate handling of deliveries.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Good communication skills to work effectively with kitchen staff and management.
• Team Player:
  Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to a positive and…