Bank Kitchen Assistant

· As a Bank Kitchen Assistant, you will be required to assist the Chef to prepare and cook nutritious, healthy meals using fresh ingredients for the people living in our care home · Work to scheduled meal plans paying attention to individual dietary requirements and personal choice · Always maintain excellent standards of hygiene · Work in a fast-paced environment and support at mealtimes with the dining experience · Check kitchen equipment and report any concerns or faults to the Chef. · Understanding of Health & Safety, particularly in respect of Basic Food Hygiene, COSHH, safe moving and Handling and working within guidelines relating to cross infection

• Experience of cooking in a commercial kitchen for large numbers.
• A passion for preparing and cooking fresh, tasty, home-made menu options.
• A Level 2 qualification would be desirable or considerable experience in a catering environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills as you will be involved in meaningful engagement with our residents to ensure they receive a high standard meal-time experience and are offered choice.
• Attention to required food standards and health and safety requirements.
  
  We have an opportunity for a Bank Kitchen Assistant to join our Glennfield Care Home in Wisbech, Cambridge. You will become part of a compassionate and welcoming team providing physical, emotional, and social support and most importantly outstanding meal time experiences for the people living in our care home. Your dedication, reliability and support will make a difference every day.
Excelcare is a family-owned care home group established for over 35 years. We provide the highest standards of care to older people with a range of needs including dementia, physical disabilities, and mental health issues. By joining us you will become one of the 'family' and in return for your dedication and hard work you can expect

· £13.45 per hour · Flexible Hours Available - 8am - 1.30pm, 10am - 7pm or 4pm-7pm · Days across Monday - Sunday., · DBS certificate paid by Excelcare
• · Reimbursement of Blue Light Card membership which gives you access to a wide range of retail, restaurant and experience discounts · Comprehensive induction programme · Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required) · Paid uniform · Employee of the month - £100 for outstanding contribution . Reimbursement of Blue Light Card membership which gives you access to a wide range of retail, restaurant and experience discounts · Team appreciation week