Catering Assistant

Abney Court
Abney Hall Park

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Abney Hall Park

Summary

To ensure that the kitchen and related areas are maintained in a clean and safe condition at all times, observing and maintaining food hygiene standards. To assist the Head Chef/Second Chef as directed in food preparation.

Key Responsibilities

Assist, as directed, with the preparation of produce for mealtime service this may include cooking of breakfast items, vegetable preparation and the making of sandwiches.
To ensure that all kitchen equipment and kitchen areas are cleaned according to the cleaning schedules.
To ensure statutory and Company Health and Safety Regulations are adhered to.
To ensure correct storage of all dry and perishable cook chill goods as soon as possible after receipt and checking.
To ensure the correct, safe storage of cleaning materials.
To ensure that all crockery, cutlery and drinking vessels for residents’ use are thoroughly cleaned using the main kitchen dish washing machine.
To ensure that all pots, pans, cooking utensils and service counter containers are cleaned to the required standards and correctly stored after cleaning.
Carry out any other reasonable instructions given by the Head Chef/Second Chef, or Home Manager.
The post holder may be required to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonably required.

Organisational Requirements

Care UK is a regulated business, subject to external governance, and involves actively ensuring awareness of (including training compliance) and applying all related and current legislation - personally, to the Home and wider company.
Take reasonable measures to protect the care of the health and safety and wellbeing of yourself and others at work - in accordance with current legislation and best practice
Comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act (and other regulations and processes) to ensure confidentiality of information - in accordance with current legislation and best practice
Understand and implement safeguarding in accordance with current legislation and best practice
Be familiar with and comply with relevant Care UK policies and processes

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At a glance

Location

Abney Hall Park
Manchester Road
Cheadle
Cheshire
SK8 2PD

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Pay

Up to £12.21

Shifts

Full-time

Contract

Permanent

Reference

12955

Why work at Abney Court

At Care UK's Abney Court in Cheadle, providing the highest standard of care for residents is at the heart of what we do. As part of our friendly team, you'll have the opportunity to develop your career and the support to go far.

Our team works in a purpose-built care home set within the beautiful grounds of Abney Hall Park. We provide residential, dementia and short-term care with fantastic facilities for residents, including a cinema, cafe and hair salon, as well as beautiful landscaped gardens.

We truly believe that every one of us makes a difference. If you're a passionate, caring individual who works well in a team, consider a rewarding career at Abney Court.

A catering role at Care UK

A catering career at Care UK

Join our team and you'll have the chance to get creative in the kitchen while cooking up nutritious, well-balanced meals that have a direct impact on residents’ health and wellbeing.

Many catering colleagues join us from restaurants or hotels where they’re used to working long hours late into the night. In a care home, you’ll work more sociable hours, and you’ll also have the opportunity to build relationships by getting to know residents and their tastes and preferences. This is a role where you can really make a difference.

Looking to progress in your career? Our Chef Academy is designed to support individuals in our hospitality teams to become the future kitchen chefs and leaders within Care UK.

Everyone needs to feel motivated and rewarded, so we offer a competitive package of pay and benefits. Read more here.

Here at Care UK, we want all our colleagues to have a long and successful career with us. Our vision is to provide an inclusive training culture that empowers all colleagues with sector-leading development opportunities. View our opportunities for apprenticeships, development programmes and career progression.

At Care UK, we're proud to promote our diverse workforce and are committed to nurturing an inclusive culture. Our teams’ wellbeing is our top priority, and we believe it’s important to foster a culture of promoting open and honest conversations. Read more here.

As a colleague at Care UK, we believe it’s important that you know what you can expect from your manager to ensure people are fairly treated and properly recognised from day one. Our People Promise sets out clearly what you can expect from your manager and Care UK.

Trusted to care

A closely-knit team of managers, carers, nurses and support colleagues – and each of us is dedicated to your loved one’s care, health and wellbeing.

I began my career in care as a Care Assistant and with support and encouragement from my managers, I’ve worked my way up to Team Leader, then Discharge Coordinator, then Deputy Manager and now Home Manager. I’m preparing to do my Level 5 qualification to further build on my skills.

I joined Care UK because of its strong reputation and the support and opportunities it offers for progression.

To do this role well, you need strong communication skills, the ability to see the bigger picture, and a calm, solution-focused mindset. The most important part of my role is overseeing all aspects of care and making sure every resident receives the highest standard of support.

A career highlight for me has been achieving my current position. The most rewarding part of my role is that I get to make a real difference to the lives of Abney Court residents every.

Outside of work, I enjoy listening to music and spending time with my family and friends.

Julie McDowell Home Manager

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