Assist in the preparation, cooking and serving of meals under the HACCP system in place in Orpea Group Ireland. The Kitchen assistant will be responsible for all cleaning tasks in the kitchen and food/kitchen storage areas and provide all food service areas with clean equipment.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Take full responsibility for your allocated area of work on a daily basis.
• Ensure that all bins are emptied, and all waste is discarded in the appropriate bin.
• Follow a cleaning schedule and carry out tasks as directed by Head Chef
• Record keeping – ensure that necessary checks are made and recorded in accordance with our Food Hygiene Policy.
• To put all deliveries away and to ensure that they are transported to the appropriate storage equipment/area
• Ensure food hygiene and HACCP standards are always adhered to.
• Maintain the food serving area and dining room in a clean, safe and hygienic condition.
• Ensure KP Machines are cleaned, water changed and maintained on a daily basis
• Reliable, hardworking and have the ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen alongside a friendly efficient team.
• Other duties as requested by management

HEALTH &SAFTEY

• Attending to any spillages to avoid accident Assisting in the disposal of clinical waste in line with Nursing home policy
• Application of ‘Manual Handling’ Techniques as trained
• Compliance with fire safety regulations
• Compliance with the Safety statement
• Ensuring the work area is a safe environment for residents and visitors
• Familiar with the Health and safety at work Act 2005
• Report immediately to the Director Of Nursing any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a Resident, colleague, self or another
• Compliance with H.A.C.C.P guidelines and all ‘Food Safety’ best practices
• Report to the Director of Nursing or Catering Manager of any faulty appliances, damaged furniture, equipment or any potential hazard
• Understand, and ensure the implementation of, the Nursing Home safety policy and Emergency and Fire procedures
• Presented in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where applicable
• Adherence to precautions identified in the infection control policy
• In addition, there will be substantial training in legislative, Health & Safety and other job-related training provided on an on-going basis. 
• The HR department will work closely with all staff to ensure that all necessary Training opportunities are fair and transparent for all staff.