Asst. Cook - Dinnington, United Kingdom - Portland Care Group-Waterside Grange Care Home

Description

• Store all food at temperatures required by legislation
• Be aware of service users dietary needs and respond to their comments in respect of the menu
• Be involved in the preparation and serving of food
• Hold a current food hygiene certificate to at least level 3 (Intermediate) or be working towards it
• Minimise and dispose of waste correctly
• Ensure that all food is used within the prescribed period
• Be conversant with all the policies and procedures set down by the company
• Inform the kitchen manager if you have any concerns regarding the kitchen or your duties
• Ensure that access is denied to anyone other than kitchen staff (unless a white coat is worn and permission obtained)
• Follow instructions given by the kitchen manager and/or the person in charge
• Ensure that your personal hygiene standards meet those required by the company, and that you wear the uniform provided
• Ensure chemicals and equipment are secured safely and correctly
• Complete required paperwork to meet relevant legislation, e.g. Food temperatures, fridge temperatures
• Co-operate with all the staff to create a relaxed, warm and comfortable environment for all the service users
• Report all compliments, comments and/ or complaints
• Secure service users and company's property and premises
• Report any defects, damage, theft, breakages or hazards
• Carry out other duties as will, from time to time, be directed
• Carry out all duties in a safe manner having regard for the health, safety and welfare of self, staff, service users and other persons within the home
• Undertake appropriate training and development to ensure statutory compliance and maintain appropriate professional registration
• Participate in appraisal and supervision processes within the statutory guidelines
• In accordance with the Health & Social Care Act 2008, the post holder will actively participate in the prevention and control of infection within the capacity of their role

• 8 hour shift

• Worksop: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)