Job Description
We are looking for a Hostess to join our existing team at Abbot Care home in Harlow, Essex. As a Hostess you will need to assist with meals for the people living in our home, maintain standards of hygiene and a safe working environment.
Excelcare is a family-owned Care Home group established for over 34 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the ‘family’ and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect:
* Salary: £12.60 per hour
* 27 hour contract.
* Shifts from 8.30am to 5.30pm on Monday, Thursday and Fridays
* Rotas are subject to change around annual leave, and there will be possible overtime available to cover annual leave and sickness.
What we are looking for from you:
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Experience in a hospitality or catering environment for large numbers
* Positive attitude to Health and Safety
* The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
* Politeness at all times when dealing with the people we care for as well as Colleagues
About the role:
* Maintain a standard of hygiene required and assistant in food serving
* To check temperature of the food, and also fridges and record accurately
* Clear up dishes, washup and clean the kitchen and dining areas, set tables, make area nice and tidy at all times
* Monitor and maintain effective stock of food and drinks
* Refresh drinks in jugs and drinking cups ensuring that fluids are available and in reach at all times
* To be aware of the people living in our homes dietary needs and respond to their comments and requests in respect of the menu
* Assistance with eating and drinking as required to ensure that the people have eaten during their mealtimes. This could be in the dining room or in their bedrooms
* Record all fluid and food intake on to the electronic system
* Welcome family members, friends, other professionals and visitors and offer refreshments.
* To have a comprehensive understanding of health and safety issues, particularly in respect of Basic Food Hygiene, COSHH and working within the guidelines relating to cross infection
What we offer in return for your hard work:
* Free on-site parking*
* Enhanced bank holiday pay
* Annual salary review
* Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for every person you refer*
* DBS certificate paid by Excelcare*
* Comprehensive induction programme
* Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required)
* Paid uniform
* Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution
* Team appreciation week
*Terms and Conditions apply
If you are interested in the position, please apply online today – we look forward to hearing from you.