- Overall responsibility for the catering services within the Home
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- Responsibility for the training, supervision, appraisal and performance management of the catering team
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- Ensure that the rota is completed in a timely manner and the correct level of team members are on shift at any time
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- Attend meetings and training sessions both on and off site
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- Ensure that all regulatory and statutory requirements are met and company policies and procedures are adhered to
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- To have a comprehensive understanding of Health and Safety issues, particularly in respect of Basic Food Hygiene, COSHH, safe moving and handling and working within the guidelines relating to cross infection.
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- Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen and hygiene standards are achieved and maintained and is fit for EHO inspection at all times
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- Attend the home when inspections are being carried out (not withstanding book time off)
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- Ensure that all food safety and hygiene paperwork is completed as specified in Food Safety Manual and filed.
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- Ensure that any requirements from internal and external audits are actioned within the agreed timescales
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- To identify and report any malfunction or damage to equipment, in accordance with the company’s maintenance reporting procedure.
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- Promote choice and dignity to the residents of the Home in regards to the services provided
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- Ensure that the nutritional content of the meals provided cater for the dietary needs of all residents
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- Responsible for ensuring that the kitchen team deliver an exceptional service to the people who live & work in the home, guests, family members and other visitors
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- Liaise with residents to ensure they are happy with the food and beverages being provided within the home – including attending resident dining experience committees
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- To monitor and maintain effective stock control and rotation both in the kitchen and within the Units Kitchenettes including the control of crockery, cutlery and glassware.
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- To work as part of the leadership team of the home and to continue to support the leadership culture within the home – of transparency, learning & improvement
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- To conduct one- self professionally, in accordance with the organisations’ Code of Conduct, through behaviour, communication skills, appearance and standards of personal hygiene.
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- To observe for, report immediately and assist in resolving, any signs of abuse, in accordance with our safeguarding policies and procedures.
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- To actively promote an inclusive, equality based, non –discriminatory approach to all that we offer and all that we do
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- Ensure the kitchen team are clear about resident needs including allergies, special diets and how to ensure we offer what is needed at all times for each individual
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- Set up, lead and attend ‘home cooking’ classes for residents within the home
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- Utilise the organisations ordering technology and any other systems required
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- Meet with every new move in to the home and ensure nutrition care plan entails the
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- Any other duties deemed appropriate by the Home Manager or Unit Managers
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