Job Description

Catering Assistant

Job Purpose:

To assist the Cook in the provision and serving of an exceptional standard of all food, snacks and drinks on a daily basis to the Residents of our Residential Care Home and ensure a high standard of cleanliness and order in the Home's kitchen.

Post:

Catering Assistant - WEEKEND ENHANCEMENT PAY

Location:

Penpergwm House Ltd (Kitchen)

Responsible For:

Being a supportive part of the team

Shifts:

7am - 1pm EARLY (6 hours)

1pm - 7pm - LATES (6 hours)

Reporting to:

Catering Manager

Duties and Responsibilities:

Preparing and serving breakfast to Residents in the dining room approx. 8am - 9.30am in a caring and sensitive manner. Ensure that all food preparation and catering areas are cleaned and maintained to a regulatory standard. Think and plan ahead to support the Cook productively. Prepare and serve Residents' hot drinks at 10.30am and when requested. If Resident is in their room, take order for lunch off the menu. Load and unload dishwasher and wash up all pots and pans throughout the day. Set the dining tables for lunch starting at 12.30pm to a hotel standard. Prepare water/juice jugs and ensure sauces, condiments etc. are provided as appropriate plus cloth napkins for lunch. Safe disposal of unwanted food. Clear crockery from dining room after every meal. Take waste outside to be disposed of in external waste bins. Clean kitchen floor thoroughly to a required standard before leaving shift. Label of food in fridges and freezers if needed Check deliveries away in appropriate stores, rotating stock accordingly. Undertake such staff training & development as required to maintain high standards. Ensure health and safety regulations are adhered to. Be aware of allergies and procedures to report concerns Prepare vegetables as and when required Proactive communication to ensure stocks do not run out. Basic food preparation Prepare the trays ready for supper - meal, cutlery, cup and saucer, doily and a pudding Any other reasonable duty as directed by the Catering Manager or the Weekend Cook. Attend supervisions, appraisals and any required training. Wear uniform provided and flat, sensible shoes at all time. We are a 24/7 company - therefore a willingness to be flexible and accommodating is appreciated.

Person Specifications:

Promote working as a team towards a common goal Have the ability to carry out tasks quickly and competently Have the ability to pick up instructions quickly and follow them closely Commitment to delivering the best food experience for the clients at Penpergwm House. Empathy with older persons. Ability to work as part of a team Flexible and willingness to work weekends on a rota basis, if required Basic Food Handling certificate (Training can be provided) Good planning organisational skills Understanding of food safety issues Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Home at all times both on the premises and outside events, as well as outside of work. Confident to work alone in the kitchen.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21-12.71 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week

Benefits:

Discounted or free food On-site parking
Application question(s):

Have you any experience in a Care setting?
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 28/04/2025