Kitchen Assistant

Our Client based in Glamorgan Cardiff is looking for a kitchen assistant to join their busy team Your primary responsibilities are to fulfil duties as directed by the cook and person in charge and to work as part of a catering team to ensure a quality meal service is provided. You must have your own transport and be able to drive as public transport may be limited due to shift hours or remote locations You will also : To perform all aspects of kitchen duties as directed by the cook or person in charge Comply with Health and Safety and Hygiene Regulations and catering policies/procedures. Take part in the on-going training plan Attend and contribute to regularly held staff meetings, in order to ensure good communication and development of home environment As and when directed by the cook, take part in the preparation, cooking and presentation of all food in accordance with current legislation, procedures and guidelines Where appropriate, assume the duties and responsibilities of the cook when required, and/or carry out duties at the request of the management team Ensure compliance with the Council's Financial Regulations, Standing Orders, Policies and Procedures To implement the principles of the Council's Equal Opportunity Policy whilst carrying out the above duties To adhere to Health and Safety legislation / relevant Council policies and procedures and to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be adversely affected by your acts / omissions. To implement the principles of the Council's Environment Policy while carrying out the above duties. To report without delay any safeguarding concerns to the appropriate safeguarding officer. Such other duties and responsibilities commensurate with the grade and in accordance with the general character of the job as may reasonably be required by the Chief Officer from time to time.Requirements MUST HAVE Previous kitchen / catering experience An up to date enhanced DBS An understanding of the needs of older people Ability to assist in all areas of the kitchen to achieve the required standards Be able to use own initiative in the day to day running of the kitchen Be able to work under pressure Good communication skills Good recording skills Ability to drive/travel throughout the Vale or between locations as appropriate Ability to be flexible in order to meet service needs Level 2 food hygiene certificate Pay £12.21 PAYE Shift Patterns Ongoing and immediate starts are available If interested please apply below

Location: Porthkerry, GB

Posted Date: 5/9/2025