The Care Home Kitchen Assistant role at Go-To Outsourcing in Norwich involves preparing and serving meals for residents within a care home setting, where understanding nutrition and accommodating special dietary needs are essential. Candidates should have at least 12 months of experience in a kitchen environment, be capable of cooking for over 30 people, and be familiar with English-style dishes and fresh produce.
The position requires flexibility to work shifts between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM, typically lasting 8-10 hours, and entails the ability to create meals on the spot based on residents' preferences. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, an Enhanced DBS (which can be obtained), and willingness to participate in IDDSI training provided by the employer. The expected workload ranges from 20 to 30+ hours per week.
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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