CareChoice is one of Ireland's leading residential homes for the older person.
We provide dedicated care, and a safe and welcoming home for all our Residents.
Our ethos is to create a home from home for our clients, where they can live life to the full with support and respect, whilst enjoying building relationships with all our staff.
We are now looking for an experienced and reliable Kitchen / Chef Assistant , for Brookfield Care Centre in Leamlara, to provide excellent standards of cleaning for our clients.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills within our organisation.
Meeting agreed on timelines in ensuring all crockery, utensils and condiments are collected, washed and available on time for mealtimes.
Load dishwasher after each serving on all floors, unloading once complete Set tables for lunches and teatime on all floors at agreed times Transfer trolleys to and from the kitchen in a timely manner inline with service needs Clean trolleys before and after each serving Stock check on all floors after each serving Assist service and cleaning on all floors as required Ensuring all serving and eating areas are clean Adherence to the safe storage and use of all food and cleaning products Compliance with HACCP guidelines as directed by the Head Chef ensuring all work practices are in line with regulations Ensure all the equipment is cleaned to a high standard as directed Ensuring waste is to a minimum Rotate where necessary to meet the catering demands of the role as directed.
Qualifications and Skills Availability to work varied shift patterns days & weekends, across Monday to Sunday is essential.
Practical experience in a caring capacity desired.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Professional, caring and empathetic nature.
Be comfortable working in a sometimes, challenging environment.
Have a good level of English language skills.
What we offer: A rewarding working environment, with support from supervisors and managers Competitive rate of pay Continuous professional development Opportunities for promotion within the expanding group Free Garda Vetting Free parking 1 Free Uniform/year Employee Assistance Programme which offers advice services