Parklands Care Homes
Kitchen Assistant (Pittyvaich)
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Kitchen Assistant (Pittyvaich)
Job Type(s): Part-time (9 hours per week)
Duration(s): Permanent
Schedule(s): Days (rotational shift basis that includes weekends)
Hourly Rate(s): £13.50
Please note: This role is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK for their application to be considered.
About Us
We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant who is dedicated to making every moment count, regardless of their qualifications or experience.
The Role...
As a Kitchen Assistant, you will need to be adaptable and able to work efficiently in a dynamic environment where priorities can change quickly. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with the team are essential. Your role will involve maintaining the kitchen and pantry, organising supplies, and ensuring the kitchen operates smoothly to meet the dietary needs of our residents, contributing to their health and wellbeing.
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- To manage the “Cook Safe” system, adhering to the policies for: probing food, fridge and freezer temperatures, food delivery, food storage, hot holding of food, serving of food, cleaning of the kitchen, labelling of food and personal hygiene measures.
- To assist cooks for food preparation e.g. sandwiches/salads.
- To prepare vegetables.
- To dispose of food and other waste appropriately.
- To adhere to Food Safety policies for prevention of infection and cross contamination of food.
- To keep the kitchen clean and tidy, according to the cleaning schedules. Mop floors, adhering to infection control and Health and Safety policies.
- To report faults and defects in catering equipment and the fabric of the kitchen to the Shift Leader/Manager.
- To assist with the cleaning of yellow boxes, trolleys, extractor fan and cooker etc.
- To put away food when it has been delivered from suppliers, rotate stock, to prevent old stock being left.
- Attend mandatory training in Moving and Handling, Health and Safety, Elementary Food Hygiene, Infection Control and First Aid, as appropriate to the job.
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What We Can Offer...
- Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 per referral)
- Above & Beyond Rewards and Recognition Initiative
- Family Friendly Working
- Flexible Pay Access
- Free PVG Check
- Company Pension
- Free On-Site Parking
- We’ll provide the training and development you need to thrive and a chance to build on the skills you have
- We aim to develop our own talent, giving you the opportunity to develop your career with Parklands
Location
Be part of our dedicated care team in our new Pittyvaich Care Home, located in Inverness. Situated in a vibrant and fast-growing neighbourhood, the home enjoys excellent transport links to the city centre and is conveniently close to local shops, schools, and nurseries. It also offers impressive views of the Moray Firth.
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