Bank Kitchen Assistant at Westbrook House Salary: £12.60 per hour, increasing to £13.45 from 1st April Hours: Bank - Zero hours Shift Times: As/when needed in the service - shifts vary between 8am-5.30pm Shaw healthcare is looking for a Bank Kitchen Assistant who is ready to make a positive impact at Westbrook House, a care home in Margate, Kent. The facility specialises in dementia, residential, and respite care, providing a safe and supportive environment. Why Work at Shaw Healthcare? Shaw Healthcare was founded in 1986 and has evolved to become the largest Employee-Owned Healthcare company in the UK. We are now made up of 64 registered services, including 55 care homes, and 118 extra-care flats. • We operate using employee-ownership principles and are the Employee-Owned Business of the Year 2024. • We are dedicated to ensuring our employees have a wide range of development options including NVQ qualifications and our Leadership Programme, as well as in-house training on a diverse range of topics • We take pride in acknowledging the hard work and dedication of our employees. We love holding celebrations such as our annual Star Awards event, long-service awards, Employee of the Month and Service of the Month. • We are committed to ensuring that all employees have a say in shaping our workplace by appointing dedicated employee representatives and conducting annual employee surveys. Job Responsibilities You will work under the direction of the Cook to work together as a Catering Team to ensure that delicious home cooked meals are prepared and services to the Residents. This will include, but not limited to: • Assist chef with food preparation • Independently prepare hot meals/sandwiches for residents • Load and unload dishwasher, wash up equipment unsuitable for dishwasher • Clean kitchen and equipment • Collect and distribute crockery from/to the care floors • Clear tea trolleys where applicable • Empty kitchen rubbish and keep areas clear of refuse • Maintain a clean and hygienic environment • Carry out reasonable requests, as instructed by the Senior Chef/Chef • Ensure that the nutritional needs of residents are met • Ensure compliance with the Health & Safety Policy and Regulations Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference? Apply now!