We pride ourselves on providing excellent care for our residents. We’re looking for a dedicated and passionate Kitchen Assistant to join our team and ensure that we continue delivering high-quality meals and a great dining experience. As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll play a crucial role in the day-to-day running of the kitchen, helping to create a smooth, efficient service, and ensuring that every meal is a reflection of our commitment to resident care.
Key Responsibilities:
* Prepare, cook, and serve hot and cold meals as required, ensuring that the correct menu orders and signature dishes are followed.
* Cater to special dietary requirements and preferences, ensuring the needs of individual residents are met.
* Clean and maintain kitchen areas, including washing up after meals, ensuring all crockery, utensils, and equipment are cleaned and stored properly.
* Ensure high standards of health and safety by following the care home’s Health & Safety policy, Emergency and Fire procedures, and COSHH guidelines.
* Stock management: Assist with stock rotation, order stock, check deliveries, and check and value stock as required.
* Build relationships with residents, understanding their likes and dislikes, and helping to create a warm, welcoming environment.
This is not an exhaustive list, and as part of our team, you’ll have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities, all in line with our company values-showing empathy and respect for the residents, remembering they are just like us.
What We’re Looking For:
* Experience: At least 1 year working in a kitchen (preferred)
* Skills & Qualifications:
o Full DBS check
o Training in COSHH, Food Hygiene, Health and Safety, and Manual Handling
o Ability to follow clear and precise instructions
o Excellent communication skills
o Evidence of relevant qualifications
o Entitlement to work in the UK
What We Offer:
* Competitive pay of £12.30 per hour
* Hours of work Monday to Sunday 0730-1500
* Canteen with meals provided
* Free on-site parking
* Staff shopping discounts
If you’re passionate, caring, and ready for a rewarding job where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!
Join our team at and help us create a positive and supportive environment for both our residents and our staff.
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