Vacancy Details - Cawston Park

Kitchen Porter - Part Time

Published Date: 20th November 2008

Closing Date: 3rd December 2008

Job Description

Post Title: Kitchen Porter

Report To: Primarily Facilities Manager. Day to Day: Chef on duty

Responsible For: Nil

Place of Work: Cawston Park

Job Purpose Summary:

The post holder will be expected to assist the Catering team in meeting the daily commitments within the catering department whilst providing support in maintaining the standards of operation and cleanliness. The post holder will also be responsible for delivering food and refreshments to the Hospitals in line with Company standards.

Key Responsibilities:

To assist the Catering department as required.

To undertake the Basic Foundation Food Hygiene Course.

To assist in transporting food to the Hospital on a daily basis by means of the Company van.

To maintain cleaning standards within the kitchen, wash up and dining areas at all times.

To help prepare salad ingredients & vegetables and other basic tasks to the Chefs specifications.

To maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen and food storage area and wash up area at all times, in accordance with the appropriate food hygiene regulations.

To implement safe working procedures and practices in accordance with health and safety legislation.

To assist in the monitoring and recording of refrigeration, chillers and freezer temperatures and the completion of cleaning records in accordance with Environmental Health requirements.

To ensure timely and efficient cleaning of all dishes and cooking utensils.

To actively participate in staff appraisal.

Liaising with the Health and Safety Representative/Staff Communication Representative for the department as necessary.

To work in accordance with the Company's time and attendance procedure to include the submission of timesheets within the specified timeframe.

Maintain regular consistent and professional attendance, punctuality, personal appearance and adherence to relevant health and safety procedures.

To ensure all duties are undertaken in line with the company confidentiality policy, ensuring the residents personal details, dignity and situation are considered at all times.

Any other duties as requested by the Senior Managers or Company Directors.

These duties and responsibilities may be changed in accordance with the needs of the Units/Company. This job description will be subject to periodic reviews.

Person Specification

Position: Kitchen Porter

CRITERIA	ESSENTIAL	DESIRABLE
Education	Good General Education.	Holds ‘Food Handlers' Certificate.
Knowledge	Willingness to undertake further training where needed.	An understanding of catering standards to include cleaning and food preparation.
Experience	Experience of working to deadlines.	Experience of working in a kitchen. Experience of working in a health care setting.
Key Skills	Shows care and understanding of patients needs. Ability to recognise and plan work load according to chef's instructions. Ability to ensure that all relevant records, as requested, are kept up to date. To be understanding of the need to set and maintain appropriate boundaries. Ability to work with and enable the chef to meet their work criteria.	Pre-empt what is required. Ability to work alone or as a team member. Full, clean driving licence.
Personal Attributes	An interest in food and catering. Must have a flexible approach to work. Be able to work as part of a team and be supportive and co-operative with colleagues. Ability to cope with pressure and stressful situations. Ability to deal with change.

This person specification will be subject to periodic reviews.