Catering Assistant

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. We are looking for an outstanding Catering Assistant who’s passionate about food and wants to make a difference. You’ll be working 24 hours a week, working from 8.30am to 4pm at Tabley House Nursing Home, creating an excellent experience for the people.

The rota includes weekend working plus 1 day during the week. Tabley House Nursing Home is located in the beautiful Cheshire countryside in acres of parklands. The service is set within a stunning 18th century country house. It’s difficult to put into words the care and support offered at Tabley House. There’s warmth all around from the friendly welcome as you arrive, to the nursing and care staff looking after your every need, to our unique and individual bedrooms.

There’s nowhere quite like Tabley House Nursing Home. Your Day-to-Day...

• Assist the team in the providing balanced, appetising meals
• Perform basic food preparation, cooking tasks & other kitchen duties Wash utensils, dishes & make sure they are stored appropriately
• Sort, store & distribute ingredients, check deliveries and assist with stock ordering
• Maintain personal hygiene and ensure the kitchen is clean & hygienic
• Handle, maintain & store kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures
• Use chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations You are...

Passionate about catering, preferably with experience within a care setting Enthusiastic, keen to learn and an active team member Polite & professional, with a positive attitude at all times An excellent communicator who can liaise with people at all levels Able to work on your own initiative & under supervision Diligent & take pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you… £13.15 per hour increasing to £13.45 per hour at 3 months Strong career progression opportunities Expert supervision & support Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme & employee discount savings Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

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