Kitchen Assistant

5 months ago


Downpatrick, United Kingdom Ann's Full time

Ann's Care Homes are a family run business established in 1994.

Since its inception, the company has enjoyed a longstanding reputation for the delivery of quality care and for their teams of dedicated, trained staff who put clients’ needs at the heart of everything they do.

We at Ann’s aspire to be the best at everything that we do. We want families and carers to choose Ann’s because they have confidence in our reputation for providing a high quality service.
- **We are recruiting for part time kitchen assistants to join our team in Lecale Lodge Care Home. This is 36 hours per week**_
- Ensure that all the people who use our service have their dietary requirements met Report any faults in the kitchen to the Chef
- Respond to or refer to the Chef any questions or concerns expressed by anyone using the service or staff within the service
- Maintain a clean and presentable kitchen
- Adhere with all Embrace policies and procedures, including compliance with Health and Safety, Security regulations
- Keep up-to-date with any changes to policies, procedures or regulations that affect the service
- Take responsibility for personal development and attendance at training both mandatory and service specific
- Report any incidents of abuse, mistreatment or non-compliance within the service to the Service Manager or next available management level
- Fulfil any duties requested by the Chef
- Ensure that any requests from the people that use the service are escalated to the Chef
- Take responsibility for the safe working environment for self, colleagues and the people who use our service

**Key Activities**:

- Assist in the preparation of nutritious, well balanced, attractive meals in accordance with the needs of the people who use the service
- Handle and store food in accordance with Food Hygiene regulations.
- Serve meals and drinks to the people that use the service (dependent upon service)
- Talk to the people who use our service to ensure that the food has been prepared well and they like it
- Use cleaning materials in accordance with COSHH regulations Blend food as required
- Prepare meal trays, lay tables, collect trays and clear tables after meal times Load up trolleys for meal times and transport to and from the dining room(s)
- Clean all work surfaces, equipment, fridges, ovens and floors and store items correctly
- Ensure store rooms are well organised and clean Wash crockery and cutlery or stack dishwasher
- Check the temperature of the fridge and freezer on a daily basis Order food and kitchen equipment
- Take delivery of food
- Ensure that food is used before expiry date Refill Cereal, Sugar containers etc
- Ensure that cleaning rotas are maintained and adhered to
- Take the people that use the service to the dining room(s) (dependent upon service) Hoover dining room (dependent upon service)
- Any other duty as specified by the Chef to assist in ensuring the kitchen runs as smoothly as possible.

**Experience/Qualification**:

- Experience within a care home setting, and with dementia care is preferred but not essential.

**Benefits of working with Ann’s Care Homes as a Kitchen Assistant**:

- Variety of shift patterns to suit individual requirements (dependent on staffing and requirements of the service)
- Working in a fast paced and constantly changing environment
- A friendly dedicated one to one service supporting staff 24/7 365 days of the year
- Free training, Free Uniform, Free Access NI**:

- Four weekly pay
- Tailor-made software system

We look forward to hearing from you

Ann’s Care Homes are an Equal Opportunities Employer

REF: IND006

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: Up to £10.42 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Application question(s):

- Do you have previous experience working in a busy kitchen?
- What qualities do you think you could bring to the role?
- Do you live in Downpatrick or are you able to travel to the Lecale Lodge Care Home

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person


  • Kitchen Assistant

    6 months ago


    Downpatrick, United Kingdom D&W Carlisle Ltd Full time

    Kitchen Assistant Required for busy Kitchen / cookhouse, based in Crossgar. Working closely with a dedicated team and Head Chef, you will assist in ensuring all jobs are carried out efficiently and quickly. We are looking for an enthusiastic and creative individual with experience to assist in all the preparation and cooking of the extensive range of...

  • Kitchen Assistant

    5 months ago


    Downpatrick, United Kingdom Ann's Full time

    Ann's Care Homes are a family run business established in 1994. Since its inception, the company has enjoyed a longstanding reputation for the delivery of quality care and for their teams of dedicated, trained staff who put clients’ needs at the heart of everything they do. We at Ann’s aspire to be the best at everything that we do. We want families...

  • Kitchen Assistant

    6 months ago


    Downpatrick, United Kingdom Ann's Full time

    Ann's Care Homes are a family run business established in 1994. Since its inception, the company has enjoyed a longstanding reputation for the delivery of quality care and for their teams of dedicated, trained staff who put clients’ needs at the heart of everything they do. We at Ann’s aspire to be the best at everything that we do. We want families...


  • Downpatrick, United Kingdom Excel Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Kitchen Porter AssistantExcel Recruitment is seeking an experienced Kitchen Porter Assistant for ongoing temporary assignments in Downpatrick. This is a great opportunity for those looking for a work-life balance as the shifts cover Monday to Friday daytime hours of 8:45-2:45.Responsibilities:Assist in food preparation and servingClean and...


  • Downpatrick, United Kingdom Excel Recruitment Full time

    Kitchen Porter Job Description**Job Summary:**Excel Recruitment is seeking experienced Kitchen Porters for ongoing temporary assignments in Downpatrick. This is a great opportunity for those looking for a work-life balance as the shifts cover Monday to Friday daytime hours of 8:45-2:45.**Responsibilities:**- Assist in food preparation and serving- Clean and...


  • Downpatrick, United Kingdom Excel Recruitment Full time

    Excel Recruitment is seeking experienced Kitchen Porters for ongoing temporary assignments in a dynamic kitchen environment. This opportunity offers a great work-life balance, with shifts covering Monday to Friday daytime hours of 8:45-2:45.Key Responsibilities:Assist in food preparation and servingClean and sanitise kitchen equipment, surfaces, and...

  • Kitchen Assistant

    5 months ago


    Downpatrick, United Kingdom Ann's Home Care Full time

    **About the Company**: Ann’s Care Homes are a family run business established in 1994. Since its inception, the company has enjoyed a longstanding reputation for the delivery of quality care and for their teams of dedicated, trained staff who put clients’ needs at the heart of everything they do. We at Ann’s aspire to be the best at everything that...

  • Kitchen Porter

    1 month ago


    Downpatrick, United Kingdom Excel Recruitment Full time

    Excel Recruitment are seeking experienced Kitchen Porters and for some ongoing temporary assignments in Downpatrick. This is a great opportunity for those looking for a work-life balance as the shifts cover Monday - Friday daytime hours of 8.45-2.45. Kitchen Porter Responsibilities: Assist in food preparation and serving Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment,...


  • Downpatrick, United Kingdom Compass Group Ireland Full time

    Job OpportunityWe are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join our team as a School Kitchen Assistant in Downpatrick. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about delivering exceptional food quality and providing excellent customer service.About the Role:This is a varied role that will involve preparing high-quality...

  • Catering Assistant

    6 months ago


    Downpatrick, United Kingdom Finnebrogue Full time

    **The Company** Finnebrogue looks at what’s wrong with food to figure out how to make it the best it can be, without being bound by the way it has always been done. Having earned a reputation as the country’s leading top-tier sausage maker, we launched revolutionary bacon and ham made without nitrites, opened a state of the art vegan and vegetarian...

  • Counter Assistant

    6 months ago


    Downpatrick, United Kingdom Molloys Fish & Chips Full time

    **Responsibilities**: - Greet customers and provide excellent customer service - Take customer orders and process payments accurately - Assist with food preparation in the kitchen - Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards - Clear and clean tables, as well as restock supplies - Answer customer inquiries and provide information about menu...


  • Downpatrick, Co. Down, United Kingdom Compass Group Full time

    Looking for a spicy new role? We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Northern Ireland on a part time basis, contracted to 27.5 hours per week. You'll join a team that takes a real pride in what they do, in their food, in their brand but most of all pride in their people. You'll...


  • Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom Compass Group Full time

    Looking for a spicy new role?If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.We're looking for a motivated and passionate Kitchen Assistant who will be the heart of our operation for Northern Ireland on a part time basis, contracted to 27.5 hours per week. You'll join a team that takes a real...

  • Catering Assistant

    5 months ago


    Downpatrick, United Kingdom Finnebrogue Full time

    **The Company** Finnebrogue looks at what’s wrong with food to figure out how to make it the best it can be, without being bound by the way it has always been done. Having earned a reputation as the country’s leading top-tier sausage maker, we launched revolutionary bacon and ham made without nitrites, opened a state of the art vegan and vegetarian...


  • Downpatrick, United Kingdom Finnebrogue Full time

    **The Company** Finnebrogue looks at what’s wrong with food to figure out how to make it the best it can be, without being bound by the way it has always been done. Having earned a reputation as the country’s leading top-tier sausage maker, we launched revolutionary bacon and ham made without nitrites, opened a state of the art vegan and vegetarian...

  • Cook/counter Assistant

    5 months ago


    Downpatrick, United Kingdom Docs Bistro Full time

    As a Cook/Counter Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing excellent service to our customers and ensuring smooth operations at our establishment. If you have a passion for food and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you. **Responsibilities**: - Greet customers in a friendly and professional manner - Take...


  • Downpatrick, United Kingdom Compass Group Ireland Full time

    Culinary Operations Assistant We are seeking a highly motivated and passionate Culinary Operations Assistant to join our team in Northern Ireland. As a key member of our operation, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality food that delights our clients and customers. Your key responsibilities will include maintaining a high standard of cleanliness...

  • Catering Staff Member

    1 month ago


    Downpatrick, United Kingdom Excel Recruitment Full time

    Excel Recruitment is seeking experienced Kitchen Porters and Catering Assistants for temporary assignments in a Downpatrick kitchen. This is a great opportunity for those seeking a work-life balance, with shifts covering Monday to Friday daytime hours. Key Responsibilities: * Assist in food preparation and serving * Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment,...


  • Downpatrick, United Kingdom Excel Recruitment Full time

    Excel Recruitment are seeking experienced Kitchen Porters and Catering Assistants for some ongoing temporary assignments in Downpatrick. This is a great opportunity for those looking for a work-life balance as the shifts cover Monday - Friday daytime hours. Key Responsibilities: Assist in food preparation and serving Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment,...

  • Catering Staff

    3 weeks ago


    Downpatrick, United Kingdom Excel Recruitment Full time

    Job Title: Catering Staff - Temporary AssignmentJob Type: TemporaryLocation: DownpatrickJob Description:We are seeking experienced Kitchen Porters and Catering Assistants for temporary assignments in Downpatrick. This is a great opportunity for those looking for a work-life balance as the shifts cover Monday to Friday daytime hours.Key...