JOB TITLE: Kitchen Assistant TO WHOM RESPONSIBLE: Executive Chef OBJECTIVE OF THE HOME: Our objective in Towell House Residential Home is to establish a holistic approach, providing person-centered care to residents of the highest possible standard. GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The post holder will be expected to work with integrity, honesty, openness, accountability and respect. Be aware of issues relating to information and clinical governance, Human rights, health and safety and welfare of residents and colleagues. The post holder will assist with orientation and introduction of new staff members to the home, promoting and taking part in a culture of continuous service improvement. Communicate effectively and maintain productive working relationships with the team and each other. FUNCTION: The Kitchen Assistant is responsible for the cleanliness of the kitchen and all the equipment, cleaning materials, liquids and solvents used in the kitchen. He/she will assist in the preparation and cooking of food. DUTIES: 1. Ensuring that all liquids, cleaning materials and solvents are always locked away unless in use. 2. Undertaking general cleaning of all areas within the kitchen, i.e. dry goods store, food preparation area, etc. 3. Cleaning in a thorough way areas such as windows, ledges, fly screens, extract filters etc. 4. Assisting in the preparation and cooking of food. 5. Assisting in the service of all meals. 6. Observing the correct use and care of equipment. 7. Reporting any breakdowns or defects in machinery or materials to Chefs 8. Observing good hygiene practices. 9. Reporting any accident/incident which may occur. 10. Always observing good safety practices, thus ensuring the safety of residents, staff and members of the public. 11. Knowing and understanding the Homes policies and procedures. 12. Always conforming with the Homes dress code. 13. Participating in staff induction and training to maintain the highest level of service. 14. Assisting in other areas as required by Management. Person Specification: Essential: 1. Genuine interest in working within a caring environment. 2. Excellent communication skills. 3. Team player. 4. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. 5. Literacy and numeracy skills 6. Candidate must be resident in the UK with the right to work. Desirable: 1. Up to date records of mandatory training. 2. Previous experience of working in a Kitchen. All employees of the Towell House Residential Home are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their duties within the home to include resident, corporate and administration records whether paper-based or electronic. All such records are public and are accessible to the general public, with limited exceptions, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and the Data Protection Act 1998. Employees are required to be up to date with the homes policy and procedures on records management and to seek advice if in doubt. This Job Description Will Be Subject to Review In The Light Of Changing Circumstances And May Include Any Other Duties And Responsibilities As May Be Determined In Consultation With The Job Holder. It Is Not Intended To Be Rigid Or Inflexible But Should Be Regarded As Providing Guidelines Within Which The Individual Works. CVs NOT ACCEPTED TOWELL HOUSE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER As Regulated Facility Applicants Should Be Aware An Enhanced Access Ni Check Is Required For This Post. Applicants Should Also Be Aware A Trace On Your Access Ni Check Does Not Necessarily Disbar From Employment. Each Case Is Assessed Individually. Towell House has a written policy on the Secure Handling, Use, Storage and Retention of Disclosure information. This is available on request from Towell House. The Towell Building Trust Ltd has a written policy on the recruitment of ex- offenders. This is available on request from Towell House. Skills: Genuine interest in working in a caring enviroment Excellent communication skills team player Ability to remain calm in stressful situations Benefits: Westfield Foresight Health Cash Plan No time deduction for meal breaks Fantastic induction process Career opportunities leading to Senior Management Free Uniform Annual Bonuses x3 6.6weeks A/L per annum