The care sector is such a rich and rewarding place to work, you don’t have to be a carer to make a meaningful difference in our care homes.
We want the kindest and most resilient people to come and support our Residents – no two days will be the same and you will receive the ongoing learning and development you need to thrive.
We have a vacancy in our team for Cook / Kitchen Assistant at Heatherdale Nursing Home, Hempstead, Gillingham, Kent to work 30 hours week which includes alternate weekend working (all breaks are unpaid).
Unfortunately we do not offer sponsorship at this present time.
Main Aims of the Job:
- To prepare appetising and nutritious food for the residents daily
- To prepare a menu in conjunction with the resident's likes and dislikes; this must rotate on a five-week basis
- To change the menus regularly according to the minimum standards
- To ensure that the kitchen is hygienically clean
- To understand clients allergies and diverse dietary requirements and to meet these requirements as necessary.
- To comply with all Food Safety Standards and Food Safety agency guidance.
Key Responsibilities:
- To prepare breakfast as required by the resident at an agreed time
- To offer a range of cooked breakfasts for those that wish them
- To ensure all meals are ready at the appropriate time
- To offer and prepare, if necessary, at least two main options for lunch each day, ensuring that fresh vegetables are used
- To delegate appropriate work to the kitchen assistant as required and monitor that this has been carried out to a satisfactory level
- To oversee any meals that the kitchen assistant has prepared
- To prepare desserts as necessary for both lunch and supper
- To prepare or part prepare the supper dish for that day or delegate this to the appropriate person
- To prepare or delegate the preparation of the sandwiches for supper
- To ensure fresh cake is made for afternoon tea
- To ensure that fresh cake is prepared for a resident’s birthday or any other occasions as requested
- To oversee the smooth running of the kitchen
- To ensure all cleaning is completed as per cleaning rota
- To ensure all food returned to the fridge is covered with cling film and dated
- To ensure all foods are appropriately covered
- To ensure appropriate kitchen protocol is maintained (i.e. no eating in the kitchen, carers are not to wash their hands at the kitchen sink, and so forth)
- To ensure all frozen foods are taken out of the freezer, giving ample time to defrost.
- To comply with all Food Safety Standards and Food Safety agency guidance.
- To order all food supplies and items needed for kitchen.
General Responsibilities:
- To attend and participate in staff meetings and attend all mandatory training when required
- To attend supervision and appraisals ensuring that you have prepared for these when required
- To attend any other training when a need has been identified
- To communicate effectively with other staff, relatives and visitors (including professional agencies) regarding residents
- To respond accordingly and pass on messages promptly
- To make visitors feel welcome; provide refreshments/assistance as required
- To report any faults/defects in the home to the appropriate person or the nurse in charge
- To be fully aware of the fire policy and the awareness of food hygiene regulations
- To be familiar with all current policies and procedures, and understand your duty to comply and implement them when necessary
- To wear uniform provided together with plain black trousers and flat sensible shoes
- To be aware of the residents’ confidentiality at all times
- To ensure that you do not use a personal mobile phone whilst on duty
- To ensure that all information of a confidential nature gained while on duty is not divulged to third parties
- To keep all records of cleaning work completed after each shift in the appropriate document
- To understand your duty to whistleblow if you witness or are informed of any safeguarding issues.
- To wear an identification badge at all times
- To promote and ensure the good reputation of the organisation
Job Types: Permanent, Part-time
Pay: £12.71-£13.30 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Gillingham ME7 3QG: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- can you commit to working 30 hours each week.
Licence/Certification:
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
