Catering Assistant - Manchester, United Kingdom - Eachstep Blackley Care Home
2 weeks ago
Description
The Kitchen Assistant/Cleaner's responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:- Under the supervision of the Head Chef, assist in identifying items to be ordered from specified suppliers to ensure enough levels of supplies for catering operation, using the service's 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. If any machine is felt to be dangerous/faulty, withdraw it from service immediately
- Prepare food items under the guidance of the Head Chef
- Support the delivery and serving of food, if required
- Understand the specific diets identified as required by service users, and share any dietary concerns with the Head Chef
- Be responsible for understanding health and safety requirements
- Be clean, hygienic and well presented at all times
- Any incidents or accidents to be reported to the Head Chef, and appropriately recorded and actioned
- Be responsible for promoting and protecting the welfare of those individuals supported by the service
- Assist in the induction of new starters in accordance with the service's policy
- Develop effective working relationships with other employees within the service
- Work with the Head Chef in a positive way, and be proactive in identifying duties that need to be completed
- Liaise and communicate effectively with care staff to understand the dietary needs of people that use the service
- Be polite and respectful in any communication with staff, service users or external visitors Other duties and responsibilities to be undertaken may include any (or all) of the items in the following list:
- Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth
- When interacting with service users, be personcentred, and promote respect and dignity
- Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by management
- Take responsibility for your own professional development through performance and development reviews and undertake any relevant training
- Be responsible for understanding the health and safety requirements of the role
- Understand and follow any relevant risk assessments
Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent
Salary:
£9.90 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Onsite parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
COVID-19 considerations:
Staff are to wear masks when in work until further notice.
Lateral flow tests are to be carried out before each shift.
Covid vaccination desirable.
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