Description
We are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant with previous experience working in a catering or kitchen environment at Cygnet Hospital Ealing.
The successful candidate will work full-time (37.5 hours a week) across a 7-day rota (Monday - Sunday), covering early and late shifts:
- Early shift times: 7:30am - 3:30pm
- Late shift times: 10am - 7pm
As a Kitchen Assistant, you will assist the Chef in ensuring that all catering areas are maintained in a hygienic, clean, tidy, and safe manner, as per the operational standards, and assist in all relevant aspects of the catering operation as required.
Your main duties will include:
- Assisting the team in providing balanced, appetising meals
- Performing basic food preparation, cooking tasks, and other kitchen duties
- Washing utensils, dishes, and making sure they are stored appropriately
- Sorting, storing, and distributing ingredients, checking deliveries, and assisting with stock ordering
- Promoting and ensuring the good reputation of the Hospital
- Maintaining personal hygiene and ensuring the kitchen is clean and hygienic
- Handling, maintaining, and storing kitchen equipment in accordance with Cygnet procedures
- Using chemicals in line with Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) regulations
To be considered for this role, you will need:
- Previous catering experience
- Knowledge of HACCP and Food Safety Training
- A passion for catering, preferably with experience within a care setting
- To be enthusiastic, keen to learn, and an active team member
- To be polite and professional, with a positive attitude at all times
- Good communication skills and the ability to liaise with people at all levels
- Good personal hygiene standards
- Ability to work on your own initiative and under supervision
- Diligence and taking pride in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness
- A Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
In return, we offer:
- £14.50 per hour (increasing to £14.80 per hour after 3 months)
- Employee Discount Scheme
- Regular coaching and support
- Subsidised meals
- Expert supervision and support
- Pension scheme
- Plus much more
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.