Assistant Cook
Reference: 492769
Work Type: Part time
Locations: Neath Port Talbot
Division: Care & Support Division
Categories: General: Care
Applications Closing Date: 10 Dec 2018
Salary: £14842 pro rata
We are looking for an Assistant Cook to join our passionate and committed team of care and support staff within Llys y Seren Residential Care Home.
Llys y Seren means 'Place of the Stars' in Welsh and boasts an excellent reputation as being a quality and valued care provider where the needs of the residents are at the centre of all that they do. Staff at Llys y Seren understand that everyone is unique. Tailored care is designed to meet the individual needs and wishes of each resident at the home. Staff are highly trained and understand the importance of enabling people to keep control of their lives.
As a Kitchen Assistant you will be part of the catering team ensuring the highest standards are achieved to meet the needs to the residents. The Kitchen Assistant has to demonstrate attitudes and beliefs consistent with being person centred. You will work with colleagues to provide the best service to the people we support which is truly aspirational and person centred.
This post is for 24 hours per week and temporary for 6 months.
Duties will include:
* Preparing, cooking and serving meals (including portion control and provision of special dietary meals where necessary).
* Implementing health and safety in the kitchen, including food hygiene, infection control and COSHH.
* Demonstrating meticulous personal hygiene within the kitchen including demonstrating good hand washing techniques
* Supporting the service to order, invoice and receipt food using the appropriate systems.
* Ensuring correct storage of all food (including deep freeze).
* Providing assistance as required at meal times to people we support.
* Actively engaging with residents in conversation and meaningful occupation related to their lifestyle choices at a level and pace that values the individual and respects their dignity and communication differences.
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