Kitchen Assistant (Washington | Flexible | £12.75/hr)
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Role Overview
We're recruiting a Kitchen Assistant to support a busy care home.
We are looking for someone to assist the Head Chef and Assistant Cook in a busy kitchen within the organisation, preparing vegetables, cakes, serving meals and pot washing.
The successful candidate may also be required to carry out additional duties as reasonably requested.
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Job Overview
We're recruiting a Kitchen Assistant to support a busy care home.
We are looking for someone to assist the Head Chef and Assistant Cook in a busy kitchen within the organisation, preparing vegetables, cakes, serving meals and pot washing.
The successful candidate may also be required to carry out additional duties as reasonably requested.
Location
- The service’s premises, but you may be required to work from other locations at the discretion of the company and with appropriate notice.
Role-specific Duties
- The Kitchen Assistant responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Prepare food items under the guidance of the Head 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 Head Chef.
- Be responsible for understanding health and safety requirements.
- Implement action to meet and maintain cleaning standards.
- Follow legislative requirements and relative regulations.
- Be responsible for promoting and protecting the welfare of those individuals supported by the service.
Working with Others
Develop effective working relationships with colleagues within the service.
Maintain and develop relationships with residents loved ones.
Leading by Example
Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth.
Act as a role model for others and an ambassador for the service.
Be professional, polite, and reasonable at all times.
Personal and Professional Development
Understand the regulatory framework governing the service, including CQC requirements.
Attend mandatory and other training as directed by management.
Follow all policies and procedures relevant to the role.
Embrace learning opportunities.
Qualifications
- Good English (written and verbal).
Skills
- Communication skills to build rapport with residents, communicate effectively with them, and colleagues.
- Problem-solving skills to adapt to and address situations quickly, develop solutions, and recognise/report situations requiring protection.
Previous Experience
Previous experience is not required.
Values-based Personal Qualities
Working Together : Involve residents, families, external agencies, and colleagues; speak up when things go wrong.
Respect and Dignity : Promote person-centred care and independence.
Everybody Counts : Ensure no discrimination or exclusion, understand human rights, and enable individuals to voice concerns.
Commitment to Quality of Care : Strive for quality, embrace constructive feedback, and seek opportunities for learning and improvement.
Compassion : Show kindness, empathy, and understanding in all interactions.
Improving Lives : Share ideas, focus on wellbeing, and improve outc
About St Martins Care
Private UK older-people care operator providing residential, dementia, nursing and respite care across six North East homes.
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