Rota Support is recruiting for a part time Kitchen Assistant to work on a permanent basis at one of it's clients, which is a residential care home for the elderly, located in Abberton, Colchester in Essex. The position is offering £12.51 per hour and consists of a two week rolling rota, which includes Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays one week and Thursdays and Fridays the next week. Shift patterns are from 07.00-14.00. No previous experience of working in a care home is necessary, however, it would be useful. Previous experience of assisting in a workplace kitchen is preferred though. This position would be ideal for somebody looking for an introduction to working in care, as career progression into a healthcare assistant role could be possible. You must be caring, empathetic and patient, due to the nature of clients in this environment. Duties will include the following; * Making and serving breakfast to residents (Cereal, porridge and toast) * Running the washing up through the dishwasher and putting cutlery and dishes away * Completing moring tea trolley round * Adding food and fluid intake to the electronic system for each resident * Cleaning kitchen areas as per the schedule If you are interested in discussing further, please get in touch by calling (phone number removed)