Kitchen Assistant

Glenbervie Care Home is situated within the quiet leafy surroundings of Glenbervie Business Park on the outskirts of Larbert providing 24-hour nursing care for adults between 18 and 65 as well as elderly and dementia care.

**Role Specification**
- To organise and prepare the meals required by Glenbervie care
- To ensure the highest possible standards of hygiene are maintained by all concerned.
- To closely monitor the ordering and usage of all kitchen supplies.
- Be responsible for assisting in the training of all staff within your department..

**About The Role**

**Principle Duties**
- Preparation and serving of daily meals.
- Menu planning.
- Assist with ordering, checking, accepting and storing all food deliveries.
- Complete staff rotas ensuring adequate cover in the kitchen.
- Staff awareness regarding rules, regulations and condition of work.
- General co-operation to ensure that all jobs are completed by delegating, training and ensuring at all times a high standard of hygiene is maintained.
- Ensuring all equipment is maintained and used correctly.
- Ensuring that individual Service Users needs are met and catered for.
- To check quality of food products.
- Ensuring that cleaning and maintenance schedules are maintained and assisting in heavy duty cleaning.
- Providing cover in all areas as required, maintaining adaptability.
- To report maintenance faults to kitchen supervisor and any other problems.
- Liaise with all those involved in the work at Benore Care Centre, thus ensuring a smooth running and efficient home.
- To participate in any training and educational programmes provided.
- To know the Fire Policy of the home and be fully aware of the positions of the fire alarms and equipment.
- Be fully aware of your terms and condition of employment.

**Required Criteria**
- Right to live and work in the UK

**Skills Needed**

**About The Company**

Glenbervie Care Home is situated within the quiet leafy surroundings of Glenbervie Business Park on the outskirts of Larbert providing 24-hour nursing care for adults between 18 and 65 as well as elderly and dementia care.

Built in 2016, Glenbervie is a modern facility providing spacious state of the art accommodation with the latest technology and equipment to match. All rooms have electric beds, pressure relieving mattresses, tv point, telephone point, Wi-Fi and an en-suite with shower as standard.

The rooms are spacious and benefit from two windows providing maximum natural light. One of the windows is a low-level window allowing you to watch the world go by from your chair.

The home is split into 4 separate units and they all benefit from a large open plan dining / lounge area with additional quiet spaces within. The home also has a café, hairdressing salon, family room, and a large training room and activities room, either of which can be used for private parties.

**Company Culture**

Glenbervie has extensive gardens that are constantly being developed for the benefit of our Residents. The latest technology is in use to ensure we provide the best person centred care possible, so we have up to date information at our fingertips and communication is maintained at all times.

This technology ensures alerts are actioned appropriately, medication is administered accordingly and each individual’s likes and dislikes are readily available to all care staff. Glenbervie leads the way in having the latest technology available in the sector today.

All meals are prepared in house from our large and well-equipped kitchen by our well trained and enthusiastic team. All ingredients are sourced from local suppliers ensuring fresh produce at all times.

We operate a café that serves a limited snack menu daily as an alternative option to the menu each day ensuring choice at all times. The café can also be a place to go with your loved one during your visit as a safe alternative space.

**Company Benefits**

Vacation/Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Free parking, Open office, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Perks Card, Social Opportunities, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme

**Salary**

£10.10 - £10.10 per hour