Hospitality Assistant
Role:
Hospitality Assistant
Name of home:
Astley Hall
Location:
Astley Hall, Church Lane, Astley, Stourport-on-Severn, DY13 0RW
Contract type:
Part time
Hours:
hours per week
Salary:
£11.80
per hour
Are you known for your warmth and friendliness? Do you take pride in your work and find joy in helping others? If you're compassionate, courageous, caring, and trustworthy then this role may be the perfect fit for you.
You would be a valued team member, working for a locally respected care provider with a commitment to high quality care. The role is as much about spending time with residents, helping them enjoy life to the full, as well as supporting their everyday care needs. Our residents’ health and happiness is at the heart of everything we do. Our residents do not live in our workplace, we work in their home.
The Role
Role: Days
Hourly Rate: £11.80.
Hours: Part time hours are available, working on a rota basis
Qualification: Basic Food Hygiene (training will be given)
Duties
- As part of the Hospitality Team at Astley Hall, you will work as part of the Kitchen and Housekeeping team.
- Providing good, home cooked meals is a big part of our resident’s day and their meal time experience. You will support the Chef to prepare nutritious and tasty meals and snacks. Knowledge of dietary requirements would be an advantage, but training and support will be provided.
- On alternative shifts you will work as part of the Housekeeping team to keep the home clean and fresh, and to launder the resident’s clothes.
Essential Criteria / Desirable Criteria
Personal Qualities
- Warm and friendly
- Positive person with a fun outlook on life and full of smiles
- Genuine interest in working with the elderly
- Excellent communication skills
Knowledge
- Demonstrate compassion and empathy
- Certification in Food Hygiene (training will be provided)
- Willingness to keep learning
Abilities / Skills
- Caring and committed to working to high standards
- Ability to build and maintain positive professional working relationships
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Be able to work flexibly
- Work effectively as part of a team
Experience
- Prior experience working in a Cleaning/Domestic position
- Experience handling food / working as a Kitchen Assistant
Benefits
- Free Holiday: Enjoy stays at our Company Lodge in Devon, featuring a stunning three-bedroom lodge with a private patio and hot tub, nestled near beautiful beaches and local attractions.
- Work for Excellence: Join a successful, recognised small local company. With multiple wins in the Regional Great British Care Awards 2024 including being awarded‘Highly Commended’ for Care Employer of the Year.
- Comprehensive Training: Kick start your journey with a 3-day Face-to-Face Induction, as we develop a well-trained team committed to enhancing residents' daily lives. Be supported by our Training Manager who is also a nurse.
- Employee Support: Benefit from a range of employee perks,including free refreshments, subsidized meals, and Enhanced DBS.
- Health and Well-being: Access our Cash Back Health Care Scheme, offering reimbursements for dental, optical, and therapy treatments after one year of service.
- Wellness Services: Gain access to our Employee Assistance Services
- Financial Perks: Enjoy discounts and savings from over 600 retailers
- Convenience: Park for free on-site, making your commute hassle-free.
- Continuous Learning: Expand your skills and qualifications with opportunities for further development.
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Training and benefits at Heritage
Award-winning employer
Heritage has been recognised as a Care Home Employer by the Great British Care Awards 2023. As an Employer we were finalists and achieved a Highly Commended Award.
Helping new starters settle into their roles
We know that starting a new job can be daunting. That's why we have a three day induction and assign you a peer mentor to guide you along.
A free holiday in Devon
We know that holidays with family and friends are really important to recharge your batteries. Every member of staff will get the opportunity to spend a week at our Lodge at Roadford Lake in Devon, free of charge!
Training and development
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The Heritage behaviour framework
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Employee assistance programme and store discounts
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Private health care scheme
Private Health Care Scheme which provides money back for Dental, Optical and Therapy treatments. Also Private Consultations and MRI scans (after 1 year of service).
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