Job Description

Position:

Housekeeper/ Kitchen Assistant ( Bank contract)

Department /Location:

Care & Support

Contract:

Bank

Reports to:

Manager

Objectives of the job

Housekeeping:

To conduct domestic, laundry and housekeeping duties to all residents on a daily basis ensuring the care home is cleaned and maintained to the highest standard Ensure all Health and Safety and Environmental health standards are achieved and maintained

Kitchen Assistant:

Under the direction of the Cook, assist with meals for the residents of the Care Home Together with the Cook, ensure that a high standard of food preparation is maintained and to implement the requirements as set out by the Environment Health Requirements for the home and current Food Safety legislation including HACCP Ensure that the Kitchen and associated areas fully conform to the requirement as laid down under Health and safety at work legislation

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

Organisation-wide:

HOUSEKEEPING:

Participate in staff meetings and in staff training where applicable Report and record in the appropriate manner any information considered to be important to the Home Manager Adhere to Rosmead Healthcare's policies and procedures Any other duties that the post holder may reasonably be expected to perform

KITCHEN ASSISTANT:

To conform to the Care Homes Hygiene Policy and in particular, critical points/hazard analysis Personal appearance must be of an acceptable level: uniform provided must be worn, hair covered and tied back. Sensible enclosed non-slip shoes to be worn To participate in staff meetings and in staff training where applicable To report and record in the appropriate manner any information considered to be important. To adhere to the Rosmead Healthcare policies and procedures
Functional: -

HOUSEKEEPING:

Ensure that a good standard of hygiene and cleanliness is maintained throughout the Care Home, to meet the required standards of practice prescribed by Environmental Health Standards To conform to the Care Home's Food Hygiene procedures Ensure all equipment used is well maintained, in good working order and to log any defects and report the Homes Manager Work closely with the Head of Housekeeping to ensure cleaning and laundry services are provided to the appropriate standards to residents Support the Head of Housekeeping to maintain in accurate stock control

KITCHEN ASSISTANT:

To ensure that a good standard of hygiene and cleanliness is maintained throughout the Kitchen and dining room, as set down by the Environmental Health requirements and as directed by your Manager To ensure all equipment used is well maintained and in good working order and to report any defects to the Cook as required Under the direction of the Cook, assist in Kitchen tasks connected with the preparation, cooking and presentation of meals and beverages whilst ensuring the highest quality To carry out general kitchen and dining room duties, such as setting up cleaning tables, washing up, serving meals etc To ensure that the storage of all cleaning materials conforms to the Care Home's COSHH requirements To put away all deliveries promptly and ensure the stock room, refrigerators and freezers are kept clean and accessible Where appropriate, assume the duties and responsibilities of the Cook when required, and /or carry out duties at the request of the Management team
Communication: -

Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Business Management: -

Committed to providing a high quality service Responsive to resident's individual hygiene and cultural needs Willing to attend such training sessions that are deemed necessary by Line Management Aptitude towards continuous training and development Ability to use own initiative in the daily running of the Kitchen Able to work under pressure and to deadlines Ability to work as part of a team and maintain good working relationships with colleagues

Knowledge/Qualifications

Understanding of and clear commitment to COSHH, Health and Safety practices Understanding and commitment to Equal Opportunities. Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (can be arranged as part of in-house induction) Previous Kitchen experiences within a large scale operation (preferrable) First Aid Certificate (desirable) Understanding and clear commitment to Health & Safety practices Understanding and clear commitment to Equal Opportunities
*Please note this is not a sponsored role.

Experience:

Cleaning: 1 year (required) Care home: 1 year (preferred) Kitchen assistant : 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

DBS (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person