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Job Title:<\/strong>\u00a0Kitchen Team Member
\nResponsible to:<\/strong>\u00a0Home Manager\/Deputy Manager
\nLocation:<\/strong>\u00a0Care Home Kitchen
\nHours:<\/strong>\u00a0As agreed in accordance with the rota<\/p>\n

Role Purpose<\/p>\n

The Kitchen Team Member will support the delivery of nutritious, safe and well-presented meals for service users, helping to create a positive dining experience. The role includes using Apetito food supplier products in line with the Home\u2019s menu, manufacturer instructions, dietary requirements and food safety procedures, as well as preparing breakfasts, snacks, drinks and small meals as required.<\/p>\n

Main Duties and Responsibilities<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Prepare, cook, regenerate, plate and serve meals using Apetito products in accordance with the agreed menu, portion guidance, cooking instructions and service user needs.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Prepare breakfast items, light meals, snacks, sandwiches, suppers and drinks as required, ensuring food is appetising, safe and served at the correct temperature.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Support service users\u2019 nutritional and hydration needs by following care plans, dietary instructions and guidance from the senior team.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Ensure meals are adapted or served appropriately for service users with special dietary needs, allergies, cultural preferences, texture-modified requirements or swallowing difficulties, where advised.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Check deliveries, store frozen, chilled and dry goods correctly, rotate stock and report shortages, damaged items or concerns to the Home Manager\/Deputy Manager.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Maintain accurate records, including temperature checks, fridge and freezer logs, cleaning schedules and food safety documentation.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Keep the kitchen, food preparation areas, equipment, crockery and utensils clean, safe and organised at all times.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Follow infection prevention, food hygiene, allergen control, health and safety, COSHH and fire safety procedures.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Dispose of waste safely and responsibly, supporting good stock control and reduction of food waste where possible.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Work cooperatively with care staff, housekeeping and colleagues to ensure meals are served on time and service users receive a warm, respectful and dignified service.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Report any concerns about food quality, service user intake, equipment faults, hazards or safeguarding matters promptly to the appropriate person.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Attend training, supervision and team meetings as required and maintain a flexible approach to support the needs of the service.<\/p>\n

Food Safety and Quality Standards<\/p>\n

The post holder must follow all relevant food safety procedures and ensure Apetito meals are handled, stored, cooked, regenerated and served safely. This includes checking labels, allergens, dates, temperatures and instructions before service, and ensuring meals are presented in a way that supports service users\u2019 dignity, choice and enjoyment.<\/p>\n

Person Specification<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Previous kitchen, catering, hospitality or care home experience is desirable but not essential.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Level 2 Food Safety and Hygiene certificate\/qualification is essential, as is a willingness to complete food safety, allergen awareness and other required training.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Ability to follow instructions, menus, recipes, labels and food safety procedures accurately.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Good communication and teamwork skills, with a respectful and considerate approach to service users and colleagues.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Reliable, organised and able to work calmly in a busy kitchen environment.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Awareness of the importance of dignity, choice, confidentiality and safeguarding within a care setting.<\/p>\n

\u00b7 Flexible approach to shifts, duties and the changing needs of the home.<\/p>\n

Training and Compliance<\/p>\n

The Kitchen Team Member will be required to complete induction and mandatory training, which may include food hygiene, allergen awareness, health and safety, COSHH, infection prevention, safeguarding, moving and handling, and any specific training relevant to the safe use of Apetito products and kitchen equipment.<\/p>\n

Equality and Safeguarding<\/p>\n

The post holder must promote equality, dignity and respect and ensure that service users are treated as individuals. They must remain alert to any safeguarding concerns and report these promptly in accordance with the home\u2019s procedures.<\/p>\n

Pay: \u00a313.50 per hour<\/p>\n

Expected hours: 30.0 \u2013 40.0 per week<\/p>\n

Benefits:<\/p>\n