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Working closely with chefs, therapists and multidisciplinary teams, you will help ensure that meals are nutritious, well-prepared, and tailored to diverse dietary needs.\nWhat you will be doing\nYour responsibilities will include:\nSupport and assist the chefs with day-to-day food preparation, including chopping, mixing, portioning and assembling ingredients.\nSupport with basic cooking tasks under the chef’s supervision, helping to deliver high-quality meals in line with planned menus to ensure that they meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents\nTo ensure all food prepared meets Food Hygiene Standards and ensure that safe methods of work are always used\nManage all stocks and stores ensuring all food is correctly marked and stock rotation systems are in place\nTo maintain accurate records to satisfy food hygiene requirement such as fridge temperature checks\nShow sensitivity and awareness when interacting with residents who may have cognitive, physical, or communication challenges.\nTo be successful in this role\nProven experience working within a catering environment as a Kitchen Assistant\nExperience of working in a healthcare or care-based setting\nWorking knowledge of health and safety standards, food safety regulations and best practices within a Kitchen.\nCompassionate attitude and willingness to support individuals with neurological conditions with a desire to make a difference to their lives.\nFlexible and proactive, with a drive to learn and take on extended tasks beyond the standard kitchen duties.\nAbility to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment\nIf this sounds like you and you’re looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you.\nMore about the service:\nLocation: Hurst Way, Nursling, Southampton, SO16 0AZ\nAt Anchor Point Neurological Centre in Southampton, we focus on empowering people to live with independence.\nOur approach goes beyond traditional rehabilitation and long-term care; we strive to tailor our nursing care and specialised therapeutic methods to align with each person's preferences and needs. This bespoke approach ensures that we not only meet but exceed the expectations for quality outcomes, enhancing the well-being and quality of life for those we support.\nAt Anchor Point Neurological Centre in Southampton, our interdisciplinary team of experts supports people living with brain and spinal injury, progressive neurological conditions and stroke.\nThe perks of being part of Inspire Neurocare\nAn annual salary of £26,852\nWorkplace pension\nProfessional development and support for further career progression\nWellbeing and lifestyle support for all staff\nAccess to Blue Light Card\nRefer a friend bonus - up to £750 per referral (Nurse & Care roles only)\nPlease note we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position\nInspire Neurocare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments, It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of residents. 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