Catering Assistant Weekends inRochdale inRochdale PUBLISHED 19 DEC 2023

 PERMANENT 

The Catering Assistant helps in preparation of food to the required standards and quality, ensuring that all hygiene regulations are followed. To assist in the cleaning of all areas where food is prepared or stored, as well as equipment.


Functions and Duties:



1. Prepare salads, sandwiches and hot snacks in accordance with the daily menu or under the direction of the Cook in Charge.

2. Observe safe working procedures.

3. Comply with Health and Hygiene regulations.

4. Observe a high standard of personal hygiene and report any risks (eg. stomach upsets etc.) to the Cook in Charge.

5. To clean all working areas and equipment.

6. Washing up duties during lunchtime.

7. To provide cover for holidays, sickness and catering at Hospice events, as requested by the Catering Manager.


Background Knowledge:



1. Must have detailed knowledge of all matters regarding kitchen hygiene and health, particularly with regard to the prevention of infection and cross infection.

2. Recognise that patients and their carers sometimes behave differently when under stress and have the ability to remain patient and understanding in such situations.

3. Fully aware of the need to respect the patient as a person. Able to handle confidential information correctly in line with Hospice policy. An awareness that the good name of the Hospice depends upon the attitudes and actions of staff and volunteers towards those visiting and being cared for.


Communication:

1. Be observant, unusual incidents must be reported to person in charge.

3. Read, understand and comply with all Hospice policies and procedures, applying the principles as appropriate to role.

4. To be aware of individual specific responsibilities in respect of the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, in relation to role.

5. All accidents/incidents must be reported and the appropriate form completed.



We are looking for an experienced Catering Assistant to work within ourCatering Team at weekends. We also require some degree of flexibility to help to provide cover during the week for staff absences such as annual leave and sickness.

Previous experience of working in a busy non-domestic kitchen is necessary and,whilst not essential, experience of working in a healthcare setting would be an advantage, as would some knowledge of special diets.

You will be well organised and proactive in your approach to work.Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety for Caterers is essential along withExcellent communication and customer service skills.

The Catering Assistant helps in preparation of food to the required standards and quality, ensuring that all hygiene regulations are followed. To assist in the cleaning of all areas where food is prepared or stored, as well as equipment.

The Catering Assistant helps in preparation of food to the required standards and quality, ensuring that all hygiene regulations are followed. To assist in the cleaning of all areas where food is prepared or stored, as well as equipment.


Functions and Duties:



1. Prepare salads, sandwiches and hot snacks in accordance with the daily menu or under the direction of the Cook in Charge.

2. Observe safe working procedures.

3. Comply with Health and Hygiene regulations.

4. Observe a high standard of personal hygiene and report any risks (eg. stomach upsets etc.) to the Cook in Charge.

5. To clean all working areas and equipment.

6. Washing up duties during lunchtime.

7. To provide cover for holidays, sickness and catering at Hospice events, as requested by the Catering Manager.


Background Knowledge:



1. Must have detailed knowledge of all matters regarding kitchen hygiene and health, particularly with regard to the prevention of infection and cross infection.

2. Recognise that patients and their carers sometimes behave differently when under stress and have the ability to remain patient and understanding in such situations.

3. Fully aware of the need to respect the patient as a person. Able to handle confidential information correctly in line with Hospice policy. An awareness that the good name of the Hospice depends upon the attitudes and actions of staff and volunteers towards those visiting and being cared for.


Communication:

1. Be observant, unusual incidents must be reported to person in charge.

3. Read, understand and comply with all Hospice policies and procedures, applying the principles as appropriate to role.

4. To be aware of individual specific responsibilities in respect of the Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults, in relation to role.

5. All accidents/incidents must be reported and the appropriate form completed.



We are looking for an experienced Catering Assistant to work within ourCatering Team at weekends. We also require some degree of flexibility to help to provide cover during the week for staff absences such as annual leave and sickness.

Previous experience of working in a busy non-domestic kitchen is necessary and,whilst not essential, experience of working in a healthcare setting would be an advantage, as would some knowledge of special diets.

You will be well organised and proactive in your approach to work.Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety for Caterers is essential along withExcellent communication and customer service skills.

The Catering Assistant helps in preparation of food to the required standards and quality, ensuring that all hygiene regulations are followed. To assist in the cleaning of all areas where food is prepared or stored, as well as equipment.



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