Job Description : Kitchen Assistant
Location : Beechwood Care Centre
Job Type : Permanent, Part-time (16 hours per week, includes occasional evenings and weekends)
Salary : £12.21
Sponsorship : Not currently available
Join Highgate Care - Where Kindness Is Key
At Highgate Care, kindness isnt just something we talk about, its the foundation of everything we do. As a small and compassionate care group, we pride ourselves on offering truly person-centred care, where every resident is valued, supported, and able to thrive. We believe in celebrating individuality, promoting dignity and above all, living by our core value: Kindness Is Key.
Were currently looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join the team at Beechwood Care Centre. If youre someone who naturally brings warmth, energy and creativity wherever you go, and you love the idea of making each day meaningful for our residents, this could be the perfect role for you.
What Youll Be Doing
As our Kitchen Assistant, youll play a vital role in enriching the lives of residents by:
To assist the Cook with the preparation of varied, nutritious meals for the residents.
Help with the serving of meals for residents, be understanding of any specific food requirements and ensure everyone is treated with respect, dignity and given choice.
To understand and comply with statutory and legal requirements such as HACCP, Health & Safety, COSHH, Environmental Health, to maintain a safe environment throughout the home.
To clean and tidy all areas of the kitchen with the correct products following instruction and guidance contained in the cleaning schedules ensuring the Care Home is always cleaned to the highest standards.
Ensure that all kitchen equipment is in full, safe working order, immediately report any faults to the Cook and the Caretaker.
To receive and unload new stock, store appropriately and rotate current stock correctly to maintain optimum freshness of all foodstuff.
To work as an integral part of the team, contribute to meetings and training sessions as required ensuring that the Care Home is a friendly and supportive working environment.
What Were Looking For
Were seeking someone who is:
Warm, approachable, and brimming with positivity
Organised, reliable, and confident in planning.
Creative, enthusiastic, and able to motivate others
Passionate about improving the lives of older people
Willing to participate in Staff and Resident meetings as and when required
Previous experience in a care setting is a bonus, but were just as interested in your personality and values
What We Offer
Working at Highgate Care means being part of something special. Youll enjoy:
A friendly, supportive, and welcoming workplace
Real opportunities for ongoing training and career progression
A chance to make a meaningful impact in peoples lives every day
A valued role within a close-knit team that cares as much about each other as we do our residents
If you believe that kindness and compassion should be at the heart of care, wed love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of our team at Beechwood Care Centre that makes each day brighter for our residents
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