Contract type
Permanent Full time Fully Flex (Monday - Sunday )
Salary:
Starting from €14.15 per hour depending on experience and relevant qualifications, Sunday & Bank Holiday premiums
Location:
Ashbury Nursing Home, Blackrock, Co.Dublin
Language:
English (Required)
The Ideal candidate should have the following:
* Applicants should have Fluent English and have full EU work permit
* Must have experience appropriate to the position
Character:
Be of a caring nature, have patience, kindness, empathy and have passion & commitment to professional development.
Responsibilities & Duties:
The successful candidate will assist in the preparation and service of food and in the cleaning of the kitchen and dining area.
* Assist in the preparation and service of all meals and beverages for residents, visitors and staff to the required company standards of hygiene and economy.
* Preparation of resident trays and dining areas ensuring that the necessary equipment, utensils, and food is available in the required quantities and at the required time.
* Clear and clean kitchen, dining areas and catering utensils using appropriate cleaning techniques and equipment as directed by the Catering Manager/Cook.
* Advise residents on menu choice in a way as to give maximum choice.
* Adhere to good practice with regard to hygiene, health and safety, HACCP and COSHH Regulation at all times meeting all legislative requirements.
* Assists with record keeping as directed by Catering Manager/Cook.
* Carry out other duties as directed by line Manager.
What we offer you:
A fully comprehensive induction training program
Mandatory training fully paid for while you learn, we strongly encourage and support staff to develop their skills and training while working with us
Educational support
Excellent career paths and career growth
Access to discounts through affinity schemes (e.g. pharmacy)
Colleague incentives and performance related rewards
The opportunity to join a team that is passionate about investing and upskilling their team members to reach their highest potential
Excellent support from a dedicated management team
What are the skills/experience needed?
* Minimum 1 year experience working in kitchen/catering
* HACCP trained
* Excellent communication skills
* Must be reliable & keep to schedule
* Can work as part of a team
* Good conversational English
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role, given the nature of the work it must be stressed that maximum flexibility is required to work in a Nursing Home. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder and the Management team.