Kitchen Assistant
Location: Hestia House
Salary: £15,210 per annum
Hours: Friday – Sunday, 10am – 6pm
Job Type: Permanent
Shortlisting: 17th April
Interviews: 25th April
Why this role would be great for you
You will have the ability to work within & have commitment to YMCA ethos, philosophy and SHREK values, Strength, Humility, Respect, Empathy and Kindness. You will be energetic, dynamic and self-motivated. The service will provide effective, high-quality care and support to a minimum of 12 people who meet the threshold for statutory care options in a residential setting. residents ,24 hours a day, seven days a week, and 365 days a year.
What your week may look like
To be responsible for planning interesting and varied menus providing a balanced nutritious diet, taking into account special or cultural diets of specific residents and their preferences.
Be responsible for the ordering of food and budgetary control
To prepare, cook and serve meals to residents, using fresh foods, where possible, as available.
To organise and control the ordering of fresh vegetables – weekly, fresh meat – monthly, groceries weekly and monthly from reputable suppliers.
To be responsible or supervise the overall cleanliness of the kitchen, including washing up, cleaning work surfaces and kitchen floor – daily. Dining room tables should be clean before and after meal times. The oven should and hob should remain clean at all times. It may be necessary from time to time to participate in a ‘special’ clean of the kitchen.
To uphold Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining area. To be in possession of adequate food hygiene certification.
To lead and maintain the application and compliance for the service to meet the environmental & FSA standard and preparation for the Local Authority Inspections.
To keep a record of food supplies, fridge and freezer temperatures, food-probing results, menus and other information as required by the environmental agency and Commission for Quality Care
To have full knowledge of the services fire and emergency procedures.
Attend regular supervision sessions with the Service Manager in accordance with the supervision contract.
Maintain good professional practice and ensure ongoing development, through use of supervision and training.
Respect the confidentiality of residents using the service and be responsible for the security of personal and confidential information.
Carry out all these duties within the organisation’s safety guidelines
It is recognised that the association is operating in a dynamic environment and as such this job description may be varied in consultation with the post holder to reflect evolving needs of the business and changing nature of the job.
What can we offer you
Working with YMCA Together comes will a whole host of benefits. We hope that people will find personal fulfilment and purpose by working with alongside people in our services. Our teams are compassionate and supportive, fostering a strong sense of community. With opportunities for professional growth, YMCA together offers training to support your role and personal development.
For a full list of benefits see here: Careers Page | YMCA Together
The skills we are looking for
NVQ Level 2/3 in Food Preparation/Catering
Food Hygiene/ Intermediate Food Hygiene
First Aid
Experience of maintaining records around Health & Safety inc Kitchen and Hygiene standards, temperature monitoring, COSHH
Evidence of working effectively as part of a team
Experience of customer service
Ordering of food and budgetary control
Experience of accommodating for special or cultural diets of specific residents and their preferences
Knowledge of work-based Health and Safety issues
Knowledge of dietary requirement and Nutrition & Hydration in Care Homes
Knowledge of Food Standards agency & Environmental Health
Cleaning Standard, Infection Control & COSHH
Preparing planning meals and food orders
Ability to prioritise and manage own workload
Trustworthy and reliable.
Team worker
Ability to work within & have commitment to YMCA ethos, philosophy and SHREK values, Strength, Humility, Respect, Empathy and Kindness
Energetic, dynamic and self-motivated