NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Catering Assistant

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Catering Assistant at Home Farm Care Home
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An Exciting Opportunity Has Arisen for a Catering Assistant to Join the Team at Home Farm Care Home.
Home Farm provides high-quality residential care for older adults and we are looking for a motivated and caring individual to support the delivery of nutritious meals and refreshments for our residents. Working as part of the catering team, you will:
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- Assist with the preparation and serving of meals, snacks, and beverages.
- Support the provision of special diets and individual dietary requirements.
- Ensure food hygiene, health, and safety, and infection prevention standards are maintained.
- Operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
- Assist with dishwashing, cleaning, and maintaining a hygienic kitchen environment.
- Work closely with care home staff to promote a positive dining experience for residents.
- Help create a welcoming, person-centred mealtime environment.


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Informal enquiries can be made to: Neil Ingall on neil.ingall@nhs.scot or Sheena Williamson on sheena.williamson@nhs.scot
Please note: This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).
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