All successful applicants will also be required to provide documentary evidence of their right to work in the UK. Please note Abbeyfield & Wesley Housing Association do not hold a license to sponsor Working Visa's. Applicants who have applied within the last 6 months need not apply on this occasion. Position:Supported Sheltered Cook (Casual) - Lurgan Hours: As and when required Rate of Pay:£12.40 per hour Closing date:11th May 2025 Title: Kitchen Assistant Responsible to:Cook / Home Manager Key objectives: To ensure a consistently high standard of kitchen cleanliness and food preparation To be aware of the residents dietary requirements and hydration needs Main Tasks: Kitchen duties To manage the cleaning procedures and schedules for the Kitchen To undertake basic food and drink preparation as directed by the Cook. To take heated food trolleys to relevant dining areas To be responsible for the daily use of catering equipment To ensure the correct use of all equipment and products in line with COSHH requirements. To ensure all deliveries received are correctly placed into fridge / freezers or store areas. To keep the kitchen and store areas in a clean and hygienic condition. Ensure all food related activities comply with food safety regulations and the completion of all relevant records in relation to food safety as directed. General duties Observe good food hygiene practices at all times Understand and observe all relevant regulations and Abbeyfield & Wesley policies and procedures. To follow appropriate procedures in the event of accidents/ emergencies. General Requirements: To attend staff meetings when appropriate To attend appropriate training and development sessions To maintain confidentiality at all times. To carry out any reasonable duties as requested by the Manager. To be aware of and comply with safe working practices To uphold and promote equal opportunities in service delivery. KITCHEN ASSISTANT - Candidate profile Essential Requirements: Desirable Requirements: Ability to communicate and interact well with people To be able to read and write to a good standard Ability to work well as part of a team. Demonstrate an empathy and understanding of the needs of older people Ability to carry out all aspects of the role to a high standard at all times Food Hygiene certificate or willingness to complete Desirable Requirements: 1. A relevant qualification NVQ2 or equivalent (or willingness to work towards). 2. Working in services for older people. This job description is not exhaustive nor does it cover every issue that may arise within this role at various times. It is not designed to be rigid or inflexible but does provide guidelines as to the expected duties undertaken whilst in post. Abbeyfield & Wesley are unable to provide sponsorship for Visa applicants for this particular post, as such applicants must hold the right to work in the UK to be eligible. Abbeyfield & Wesley welcomes applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of age, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or disability. The information requested in this form is to enable us to obtain a rounded picture of you. Personal information will not of itself be used to disqualify your application. This post involves substantial access to vulnerable adults and children, therefore, as part of the selection process, Abbeyfield & Wesley requires an Enhanced Disclosure Check to be carried out through Access NI. Following interview, the preferred candidate will be offered the post subject to satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure Check. This will include verification of identity and a report on the preferred candidate's full criminal history (including spent and unspent convictions), cautions, disqualifications from regulated or care positions, and any other material considered by the police to be relevant to the position applied for. A criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position (if you require further information please request a copy of the Abbeyfield & Wesley Policy on Recruitment of those with a Criminal Record. Abbeyfield & Wesley have a policy on the secure handling, use, storage, retention & disposal of data, which is available upon request. You can access further information and the Access NI Code of Practice on the NI Direct Government Services website.