Kitchen Assistant

**Role Summary**: To provide support to the Chef Manager in the production of meals and to participate in the overall maintenance of a safe and hygienic environment. To ensure a professional, efficient and prompt service is provided to patients, staff and visitors at all times. Principle Duties General To cooperate with the Chef Manager with regard to compliance with all food safety legislation relating to the catering industry, with all Health & safety legislation and with the rules, regulations etc. To assist in the preparation of fresh food, cook as required and correctly store food items Prepare, cook and serve meals for patients as requested i.e.

breakfast, lunch and dinner maintaining a high quality standard at all times. Ensure dining room is prepared for meals i.e. tables, condiments, cutlery etc. Prepare trays for patients as required.

Cash handling using till and electronic payment methods To liaise with our nursing staff re specific patient requirements To participate in the completion of all necessary records as required. Maintain high 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 To ensure that all washing up duties are carried out immediately.

Ensure safety of patients and staff by regularly checking equipment is in good working order. Report any faulty equipment to the Chef Manager. Health and Safety Ensure Uniform policy is adhered to at all times Be prepared to assist with any routine or unexpected inspections. Be aware of and familiar with Hospice H&S policy Hospice Vision & Values General In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description, all Hospice employees should be aware of their specific responsibilities towards the following: In addition to the specific duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description, all Hospice employees should be aware of their specific responsibilities towards the following: During the course of your employment you may have access to, see or hear information of a confidential nature and you are required not to disclose such information, particularly that relating to patients and staff.

In order to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) you must not at any time use personal data held by the Hospice for any unauthorised purpose or disclose such as data to a third party. You must not make any disclosure to any unauthorised person or use any confidential information relating to the business affairs of the Hospice, unless expressly authorised to do so by the Hospice. The Norfolk Hospice Tapping House (NHTH) is committed to encouraging volunteering throughout the organisation and as such the post holder will be expected to support and respect volunteers, and may be asked to work alongside or supervise a volunteer as part of their role whilst working at NHTH. NHTH operates a no-smoking policy.

The post holder should either be a non-smoker or be prepared not to smoke in any Hospice premises, grounds or vehicles or when on NHTH business outside the office. This covers all types of burnt and smoked products including cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, cigars, tobacco and non-tobacco products in whatever format. Adhere to all health and safety and fire regulations and to co-operate with the Hospice in maintaining good standards of health and safety. Adhere to all NHTH policies and procedures at all times Actively promote and support the safeguarding of vulnerable adults, young people and children, observing and adhering to NHTH policies on safeguarding Uphold ethical and professional standards and not behave in a manner that is likely to bring the Hospice into disrepute.

Promote and sustain a responsible attitude towards equal opportunities and diversity within the Hospice. Make a positive contribution to fundraising and raising the profile of the Hospice Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing registration requirements or any national professional or occupational standards associated with the role. Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development and to participate in any training relevant to the role. For designated roles, the post holder will be responsible for health & safety, business continuity planning and/or risk management.

(These responsibilities will be notified on appointment). This job description is not exhaustive. It merely acts as a guide and may be amended to meet the changing requirements of the Hospice at any time after discussion with the post holder.