Kitchen Assistant

Prestwick Care, a top care home provider based in the North East of England, is currently recruiting for a Full Time Kitchen Assistant at Brooke House. The successful candidate will help the catering team to provide a high standard of food service whilst maintaining excellence in cleanliness.

Brooke House is located in Denton, just outside of Newcastle. It is a state-of-the-art care home which offers stunning views of the whole of the Tyne Valley to its residents. Its spacious and luxurious accommodation gives a sense of comfort and opulence to its residents and families.

Main Responsibilities:

• Working with the chefs, carrying out delegated duties which will include food & vegetable preparation.
• Ensure all serveries are stocked with appropriate supplies and kept clean.
• Collect dirty crockery and utensils from floors and ensure dishes are washed.
• Clean all equipment used by cook including food trolleys.
• Responsible for cleanliness in the kitchen as it is a high priority, with spillages being cleaned up immediately.
• Keep all work surfaces clean.
• Carry out cleaning rotas as required, including fridges, freezers and cookers (NB also the serving areas).
• Undertake Basic Food Hygiene Course.
• Comply with requirements of the Health & Safety Act and COSHH regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times. Information gained about individual residents must not be mentioned outside the home.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.
• Wear appropriate clothing as stated in the company handbook.

Required:

• Good, friendly communication skills.
• Able to work within a close team.
• Satisfactory DBS check and check against the ISA List (where applicable).
• Knowledge/experience of health and safety legislation.
• Flexible in approach to working rota.
• Must have impeccable standards of personal hygiene and cleanliness.

Desired:

• Food hygiene certificate.
• Experience in working in a catering kitchen.

Should you be interested in this role, please apply with your CV.

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