About the role
We are seeking a friendly, reliable and organised individual to join the Plaxton Court kitchen team. Set in an extra care community which consists of self-contained properties with residents who can choose whether to eat in the restaurant, in their own homes or elsewhere, Plaxton Court restaurant offers a multi choice, varied menu. This vibrant restaurant is open to residents and the public 7 days a week for lunches and for booking parties and events.
In this role, you will assist with the service of food to residents and visitors, ensuring that meals are delivered in an organised, safe and timely manner. You will also serve evening drinks to residents in their rooms and social spaces, always providing a helpful and welcoming service.
Your responsibilities will include cleaning tables after service, operating the dishwasher, and maintaining a ‘clean as you go’ approach at all times. You will ensure that the small kitchens are fully stocked, fridge temperatures are recorded, and all kitchen areas are kept clean and tidy.
As part of your role, you will record resident nutrition and mealtime information using the company system, Nourish, and respond to resident and staff queries in a pleasant and professional manner. You will help present food to the company’s high standards, ensuring that the quality of food and service enhances the organisation’s reputation.
About you
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in customer service within a commercial catering operation and a thorough understanding of Food Safety and Health & Safety procedures, always maintaining the highest standards of due diligence. You will be confident working positively with residents and colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and demonstrate a solid working knowledge of current Food Safety regulations.
With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you will be organised, self-motivated, reliable, and flexible, with a proactive attitude and a genuine commitment to delivering outstanding service in every aspect of their work.
Our core priority
JRHT strives to be a housing association that is sustainable and engaging, providing high quality and continuously improving services and decent affordable homes in well managed communities prioritising those in greatest need.
How to apply
To apply, please complete the online application.
Please note that we will be shortlisting and interviewing on an on-going basis and reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received.
Additional Information
We are a values driven organisation and our values drive our behaviours. We’re at our best when we’re continually building on trust, showing we care and making a difference – and we hope others will do the same. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace, where all colleagues can be themselves.
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At JRF/JRHT we believe in giving everyone an equal chance to succeed. Applications are welcome from all regardless of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief, race, sex, sexual orientation, trans status or social economic background. We positively encourage applications from people with experience of living in poverty.
We are a Disability Confident Employer. This means that we are committed to the recruitment, progression and retention of disabled individuals. We shall also offer interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the job. If you have a disability, please tell us if you would like to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme
Salary description
£13.00 - £13.00 per year