Catering Assistant | SignaCare Killerig, Co. Carlow Signacare Killerig is committed to enhancing the quality of life for all our residents.
This is achieved this by living our core company values in relation to communication, respecting residents' rights, choice and individuality, promoting their independence and collaborating with our many community partners.
It is our mission to ensure that residents feel valued and loved within their homes.
Our strong family ethos and team of talented, diverse and caring colleagues is central to the creation of a supportive and nurturing environment that creates a strong sense of home for our residents.
Our core company values: Communication | Privacy, Respect & Dignity| Choice | Independence | Individuality | Rights | Community Partnership We are currently hiring for a Full -Time or Part-time Catering Assistant, to join SignaCare Killerig (part of the Virtue Integrated Elder Care Group) Benefits: Highly competitive hourly rates Continuous Professional Development and Training Career Advancement Opportunities EAP Multiple Sites and Locations Job Profile: The ideal applicant for this job will have experience as a Catering assistant along with the ability to work both as part of a team and your own initiative.
The successful candidate will need to have good work ethic as well as a hands-on approach.
Duties Include (but are not limited to): Food preparation tasks Hygiene and cleanliness of food preparation areas Food serving and basic cleaning tasks Organise food preparation areas and adhere to all food safety procedures Ensure facilities are replenished and tidy as you go throughout service Support service to residents in a timely and professional fashion Be prepared to carry out any additional duties outside of general duties To follow the agreed HACCP standards and procedures Completion of daily records (cleaning/food safety) Be approachable as well as a customer service oriented Have the ability to multitask in a fast face working environment Requirements: Previous catering experience in a nursing home setting or similar role an advantage Strong Customer service skills, awareness & sensitivity towards residents Excellent interpersonal and communication skills HACCP training would be a distinct advantage Candidate must be available for flexible working hours Ability to work as part of a team as well as using own initiative Why work for us?
Teamwork and excellent provision of care are our trademarks.
We offer flexible work practices, a friendly and homely working atmosphere, promotional, learning and developmental opportunities.
We pride ourselves with exceptional resident care which stands at the forefront of our core values.