The Care Home Kitchen Assistant role at Go-To Outsourcing in Harrogate involves being an essential part of a small team responsible for preparing and serving nutritious meals tailored to the dietary needs of elderly residents. Candidates should have over 12 months of experience in a kitchen setting, the ability to cook for more than 30 people, and be comfortable preparing meals from fresh ingredients, including traditional English dishes. Flexibility is required to work shifts between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with on-the-spot meal preparation for residents who may not prefer the offered options.
Applicants must possess the right to work in the UK and have an Enhanced DBS check (which can be applied for). The position offers 20-30+ hours of work per week and requires familiarity with IDDSI standards, although training will be provided. Overall, the role demands a dedicated kitchen professional who prioritizes nutrition and patient satisfaction in a care home environment.
In general, working in a care home kitchen means being part of a small team preparing and serving meals to the residents of the home. You need to be aware of good nutrition and be able to cater for special dietary requirements, which are more common among the older community.
Requirements:
Needs 12+months experience as Kitchen Assistant
Can cook for 30+ people in one sitting
Can cook from fresh produce and English style dishes
Can work from 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Can cook on the spot if patient doesn't like what is offered
Comfortable with IDDSI training- we will put them on it
Have some experience working in a catering environment
Schedule:
Can work between 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Generally 8-10-hour shifts)
Right to work in UK and have 12 months experience in a care setting
Enhanced DBS (one can be applied for)
Can work 20-30+ per week
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