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Responsibilities

To perform all aspects of kitchen duties as directed by the cook or person in charge.
Comply with Health and Safety and Hygiene Regulations and catering policies/procedures.
Take part in the on-going training plan.
Attend and contribute to regularly held staff meetings, in order to ensure good communication and development of home environment.
As and when directed by the cook, take part in the preparation, cooking and presentation of all food in accordance with current legislation, procedures and guidelines.
Where appropriate, assume the duties and responsibilities of the cook when required, and/or carry out duties at the request of the management team.
Ensure compliance with the Financial Regulations, Standing Orders, Policies and Procedures
To implement the principles of the Equal Opportunity Policy whilst carrying out the above duties.
To adhere to Health and Safety legislation / relevant policies and procedures and to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be adversely affected by your acts / omissions.
To implement the principles of the Environment Policy while carrying out the above duties.
To report without delay any safeguarding concerns to the appropriate safeguarding officer.
Such other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grade and in accordance with the general character of the job as may reasonably be required by the Chief Officer from time to time.

Essential

Enhanced DBS
Previous kitchen / catering experience
An understanding of the needs of older people
Ability to assist in all areas of the kitchen to achieve the required standards
Be able to use own initiative in the day to day running of the kitchen
Be able to work under pressure
Good communication skills
Good recording skills
Reliable
Patient and tolerant
Approachable manner
Team player
Ability to drive/travel throughout the Vale or between locations as appropriate
Ability to be flexible in order to meet service needs

If interested, please submit CV and call Varsha on (phone number removed) between 9am to 5pm (Mon to fri)