The Successful Candidate will:
- Assist in the preparation of nutritious, well balanced, attractive meals in accordance with the needs of the people who use the service
- Handle and store food in accordance with Food Hygiene regulations.
- Serve meals and drinks to the people that use the service (dependent upon service)
- Talk to the people who use our service to ensure that the food has been prepared well and they like it
- Use cleaning materials in accordance with COSHH regulations Blend food as required
- Prepare meal trays, lay tables, collect trays and clear tables after meal times Load up trolleys for meal times and transport to and from the dining room(s)
- Clean all work surfaces, equipment, fridges, ovens and floors and store items correctly
- Ensure store rooms are well organised and clean Wash crockery and cutlery or stack dishwasher
- Check the temperature of the fridge and freezer on a daily basis Order food and kitchen equipment
- Take delivery of food
- Ensure that food is used before expiry date Refill Cereal, Sugar containers etc
- Ensure that cleaning rotas are maintained and adhered to
- Take the people that use the service to the dining room(s) (dependent upon service) Hoover dining room (dependent upon service)
- Any other duty as specified by the Chef to assist in ensuring the kitchen runs as smoothly as possible
Essential Criteria
- Basic numeracy & Literacy
- Willingness to work towards an NVQ2 in Catering
- Basic knowledge of Catering & Food Hygiene Regulations
- Basic knowledge on Operation of kitchen equipment
- COSHH / Health and Safety knowledge
- Previous experience in Catering (preferable in a Care Setting desirable but not essential)
Benefits of working with Ann’s Care Homes:
- A friendly dedicated team
- £13.10 per hour
- Free Uniform
- Four Weekly pay
- Paid Access NI Check
- All Practical and online training Paid
Immediate interviews Offered
We reserve the right to enhance the criteria at shortlisting stage
Ann’s are an Equal Opportunities Employer
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Kitchen Assistant in Newry employer: Ann's
Ann's Care Homes is a family-run company with over 30 years of experience in providing quality care services in Northern Ireland, offering a supportive and friendly work environment with low staff turnover. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, career development opportunities, and a contributory pension scheme, all while being part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. Located in Portadown, the head office fosters collaboration and growth, making it an excellent place for those looking to advance their careers in finance within the healthcare sector.
