NHS Catering Assistants - Preston & Surrounding Areas

Experienced Catering Assistants
Location: Preston and Surrounding Areas
Hours: various, part time/flexible working available.

If you're looking for a role where you will be a valued member of the team, feel a sense of belonging and meet lots of new people then this role of Catering Assistant, may be the perfect fit for you.

General skills
As the Kitchen Assistant you will have the following skills:
* The ability to work quickly and to the required standard
* An understanding of the importance of health and hygiene
* Experience of working in a commercial kitchen
* Plenty of stamina and the ability to work on your feet for most of the shift
* A great team player
* Good listening skills and ability to follow instructions
* Good oral communication
* A willingness to learn
* A positive attitude
* Experience doing basic food prep, like washing, peeling and chopping vegetables is essential.

Main Duties/Responsibilities
In this role you will:
* Ensure that the kitchen is clean and operational, cleaning the food preparation equipment, floors and other kitchen tools or areas
* Wash utensils and dishes and making sure they are stored appropriately
* Sort, store and distribute ingredients under instruction
* Assist chefs by washing, peeling, chopping, cutting and cooking food stuffs and helping to prepare dishes or sides such as salads and desserts
* Dispose of rubbish correctly
* Organise linen/laundry
* May also be responsible for preparing ingredients with guidance
* Receive deliveries of new food and drink stock items, checking off items and storing them correctly

Qualifications/Licences/Certifications/Experience
*Food Hygiene Certificate
* Experience in a similar role is essential
* A full driving licence may be useful, as well as any certificates like first aid training or food hygiene

If you are interested please apply straight away. We are building our catering team to cover large demand.
So, if you want to join our friendly kitchen team and have a positive, can-do attitude then we want you to hear from you today. Please apply online or call us on 0161 228 7542 to discuss with our catering team.

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