Job Title: Kitchen Assistant at HC-One
Join HC-One as a Kitchen Assistant and bring kindness to our care homes, supporting residents with nutritious meals and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
Responsibilities:
1. Assist in preparing and serving healthy, nutritious meals for residents.
2. Maintain cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene standards.
3. Manage food supplies and ensure proper fridge/freezer temperatures.
4. Support new staff and ensure proper use of kitchen equipment.
5. Prioritize resident wellbeing in all tasks.
Qualifications and Skills:
* Some kitchen experience preferred.
* NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation, or willingness to study for one.
* Strong organisational and record-keeping skills.
* Ability to follow recipes accurately.
* Kind and considerate communication with residents and colleagues.
Additional Requirements:
Ability to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect, and to report concerns appropriately. Attendance at safeguarding training is mandatory.
Benefits:
* Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications.
* Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG.
* Free uniform and nutritious meals during shifts of eight hours or more.
* Company pension scheme.
* 28 days annual leave, including bank holidays.
* Group life assurance and Wagestream access.
* Learning and development opportunities, including qualifications.
* GP online service for staff and children under 16.
* Access to high street discounts and wellbeing support through Employee Assistance Programme.
* Recognition schemes like ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards.
* Refer a friend scheme offering up to £1000 per referral.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all applicants and staff.
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