Catering Assistant
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary : £8.91/hour
Catering Assistant
Location: Presteigne
Hours: 37.5 per week
Salary: £8.91 per hour
As a Catering Assistant at Summergil House you will plan, prepare, and cook meals for children with Autism and the team that support them. You will need to be aware of the Health and Safety guidelines and ensure that tasks are undertaken in a safe and efficient manner, always ensuring your own and others safety.
Summergil House is a stunning school and home, surrounded by 18 acres of fields and woodlands, with its own stream and lake, a swimming pool, sports hall and vast amounts of in and outdoor learning and play opportunities.
A day in the life of a Catering Assistant with Orbis Education and Care Involves:
* Ensuring the smooth running of the kitchen in the absence of the Head Chef;
* Storing, preparing and serving food and beverage items;
* Cleaning and storing equipment, crockery, cutlery and utensils in a safe and hygienic manner;
* Daily cleaning of all areas of the kitchen in accordance with the home schedules and specifications, using appropriate equipment, chemicals and work methods;
* Ensuring documentation duties and procedures are maintained for efficiency and accuracy i.e. temperature of food and equipment;
* Observing and maintaining the highest standards of personal hygiene, confidentiality, courtesy and consideration to all clients, colleagues and visitors to the home;
* Ensuring segregation and prompt removal of waste to designated collection points, in accordance with the company’s Safe Waste Handling Procedure;
* Ensuring all equipment is maintained and cleaned in the appropriate manner. Reporting any maintenance problems to the Manager as soon as any problems occur and keeping accurate records.
To be a successful Catering Assistant with Orbis Education and Care, you’ll need:
* Food Hygiene Certificate;
* Ideally you'll have experience in a care home setting, although desirable this is not essential.
In return for your Skills and Expertise, you’ll receive:
* A annual salary of £17,374.50 based on 37.5 hours per week;
* Paid comprehensive induction programme, free uniform and DBS;
* 210 Hours annual leave inclusive of public holidays;
* Refer-a-friend scheme;
* Access to our Salary Financing Service;
* Company pension scheme;
* Career progression opportunities;
* Eligibility for a “Blue Light Card” for additional discounts.
About Orbis Education And Care:
Orbis Education & Care is a sector-leading provider of specialist services for children and adults with complex needs associated with autism. We specialise in providing individualised placements for unique individuals.
At Orbis Education and Care we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our staff. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.
All applicants will be subject to a Safer Recruitment process and all appointments are subject to receipt of a satisfactory enhanced DBS check, references and any other suitability checks deemed essential for this role.
Please click ‘Apply’ and submit your CV today
More Information
- Address Presteigne, Sir Powys
