Kitchen Assistant - Flint, United Kingdom - Lovett Care Ltd

Lovett Care Ltd

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Flint, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

A Little Bit About Us:

Founded back in 2009, Lovett Care has been operating care homes across the Northwest for over a decade and in Wales after acquiring four homes.

With a strong reputation in the care industry, we pride ourselves on creating a 'home from home' environment which enables residents to live life to the fullest, whatever their age or condition.

Lovett Care is values driven and see our people as our greatest asset.

Our Mission is to be recognised as a passionate and committed provider offering quality person-centred care in a safe, comfortable 'home from home' environment.

Lovett Care is seeking a
Kitchen Assistant to join our amazing team at
Rhiwlas Care Home. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with our team to deliver a quality service for a diverse group of residents.

You will have previous experience within a care environment. To discuss this exciting opportunity further, please forward your CV and covering letter to
Mathew Gilbert, General Manager.

Job Purpose:

Prepare all foods, as directed by the Chef
Assist and execute various kitchen duties such as ensuring cleaning schedules are adhered to
Assist in preparation and serving of all meals, in a timely manner
Liaise with care team members and residents in a polite and personcentred way

Key Accountabilities:

Under the supervision of the Chef, assist in identifying items to be ordered to ensure enough levels of supplies for catering operation from specified suppliers, using the homes procedures
Operate an efficient stock control system
Ensure equipment supplied is used with care, in accordance with suppliers' instructions and training
Ensure all equipment is in good working order and report any faults immediately
Prepare food items under the guidance of the 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 chef
Be responsible for understanding Health and Safety requirements Be clean, hygienic, and well always presented
Any incidents or accidents to be reported to the chef, and appropriately recorded and actioned
Be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of those individuals they support
Completion of mandatory E-Learnings.
To embed and demonstrate our company values throughout your working day.

Skills & Competencies:

Develop effective working relationships with other employees within the team
Work with the chef in a positive way, and be proactive in identifying duties that need to be completed
Liaise and communicate effectively with care team members to understand the dietary needs of residents that use the service
Be polite and respectful in any communication with the team, residents and or external visitors
Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth
When interacting with residents, be personcentred, and promote respect and dignity

Qualifications:

Approved Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate
Good English Written and verbal

You will have:

Experience of working in a care environment
Experience in role applied for
Excellent written and verbal interpersonal communication skills
Experience in a customer facing environment
Genuine interest in working within a caring environment
Knowledge of texture modified diets
Knowledge of Health & Safety and personal responsibility
Experience of working with kitchen equipment and appliances and

- understanding the risks involved

Satisfactory DBS Check

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Join us and receive:_

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28 days Holiday _
(Including Bank Holidays)_
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Early Pay Scheme _

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Auto Enrolment Pension Scheme:

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Employee Assistance Programme:

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Long Service Awards:

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£500 Employee Referral Bonus Scheme:

Apprenticeships available
Our Vision is through the professionalism and collaboration of our team members, we achieve an excellent standard of personcentred care where everyone has the freedom of choice, privacy, dignity and is treated with the upmost respect._

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 per week

Benefits: