Kitchen Assistant - Bank

regard to compliance with all food safety legislation relating to the catering industry, with

all Health & safety legislation and with the rules, regulations etc.

as required and correctly store food items

serve meals for patients as requested i.e. breakfast, lunch and dinner

maintaining a high quality standard at all times.

is prepared for meals i.e. tables, condiments, cutlery etc. Prepare trays for patients as

required.

till and electronic payment methods

nursing staff re specific patient requirements

necessary records as required.

standards of cleanliness and hygiene control and practices at all

times. Follow regular cleaning

schedules as per hospice documentation. Ensure the kitchen and all cooking

utensils, crockery and cutlery is kept clean, ready to use and is

appropriately stored

washing up duties are carried out immediately.

regularly checking equipment is in good working order. Report any faulty equipment to the Chef Manager.

Our Kitchen Assistants support our Chef Manager in the preparation of meals

and beverages and participate in the overall maintenance of a safe and

hygienic environment. They will ensure a professional, efficient and prompt

service is provided to patients, visitors, staff and volunteers at all times.

regard to compliance with all food safety legislation relating to the catering industry, with

all Health & safety legislation and with the rules, regulations etc.

as required and correctly store food items

serve meals for patients as requested i.e. breakfast, lunch and dinner

maintaining a high quality standard at all times.

is prepared for meals i.e. tables, condiments, cutlery etc. Prepare trays for patients as

required.

till and electronic payment methods

nursing staff re specific patient requirements

To participate in the completion of all

necessary records as required.

standards of cleanliness and hygiene control and practices at all

times. Follow regular cleaning

schedules as per hospice documentation. Ensure the kitchen and all cooking

utensils, crockery and cutlery is kept clean, ready to use and is

appropriately stored

washing up duties are carried out immediately.

regularly checking equipment is in good working order. Report any faulty equipment to the Chef Manager.

Health and Safety

policy is adhered to at all times

assist with any routine or unexpected inspections.

familiar with Hospice H&S policy

procedures including but not limited to health & safety, code of

behaviour, confidentiality and equality, diversity & inclusion.

supporters of the Hospice.

people and children, observing and adhering the Hospices

policies on safeguarding.

and to participate in any training relevant to the role.

Information Security, Confidentiality, and Records Management:

The role requires adherence to organisational policies concerning

information security, data privacy, and confidentiality. The

employee is responsible for safeguarding sensitive information,

ensuring secure handling and storage of records, and maintaining

compliance with applicable data protection regulations. This

includes actively participating in Information Governance training,

reporting potential security incidents, and managing records in

accordance with Tapping Houses Retention Archiving and

Destruction of All Hospice Records Policy.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

(Exemptions) Order 1975, and such will be necessary for a

submission for disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring

Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and will be reviewed

periodically to ensure that the needs of the service are being met.

In addition to the competitive salary we offer the following -

We have an amazing multi-disciplinary team who all work together ensuring that the patient is central to everything we do.

Our Vision is ...

That every person living with or affected by a life limiting condition will be offered choice and access to excellent end of life and bereavement care.

Our Values are

The Hospice stands in beautiful well maintained grounds. Our building is modern and light with each bedroom having a garden view.

Qualifications

Essential: - A good standard of education

Desirable: - NVQ level 2 in catering/food safety (or equivalent)

Experience

Desirable: - Experience of baking (cakes/bakes/savouries) in large quantities

Personal Attributes

Essential: - Team player; - Proactive and flexible; - Adaptable to change