Cook Kitchen Assistant

Job summary

Cook Kitchen Assistant Catering and Hospitality - Hallhouse Care Home Contract: Permanent
Salary: £12.34 Per Hour
Shift type: Days
Contracted hours: 16 / 32

Located in the peaceful village of Fenwick, East Ayrshire, Hallhouse Care Home provides high-quality Residential, Nursing, and Respite care for up to 47 residents. With an impressive we are dedicated to delivering compassionate, person-centred care in a warm and welcoming environment.

As Cook/Kitchen Assistant, you will work alongside the Head Chef to deliver a high quality of food to our residents and ensure the kitchen operates in a timely manner.

Cook/Kitchen Assistant Contract

• £12.34 per hour
• 16 hours per week Cook or 32 hours per week (2 days per week as cook / 2 days per week as kitchen assistant)
• Additional £1 per hour for weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday)
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
• Free uniform and onsite parking
• Paid PVG and access to a pension scheme
• Ongoing training and opportunities for career development

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications

•  City & Guilds 706 – 1 & 2, or equivalent qualification (achieved or working towards)
•  Team player.
•  Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
•  Good communication skills.
•  Ability to work on own initiative

Desired

•  Experience of food preparation for the relevant Service User group.
•  Experience working in a care environment would be advantageous but not a deal-breaker.

Main Responsibilities

•  Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals, as and when required.
•  Bake cakes and pastries
•  Provide support to junior kitchen employees with various tasks
•  Conduct Basic Food Hygiene training for all care staff involved in handling and delivery of food.
•  Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence.
•  Maintain accurate records of food supplies, and freezer/fridge temperatures.
•  Ensure stock rotation.
•  Assist in the ordering of stocks and checking of deliveries
•  Ensure statutory Health & Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
•  Ensure all crockery and equipment is cleaned and stored appropriately

Please submit your CV to our recruitment team and we will aim to respond with 48 hours.