Bank Kitchen Assistant

Ismartrecruit; Malton; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible pay options

Health and wellbeing support

Training & progression

Employee discounts

Job summary

Manor Park Care Home, part of Sandstone Care Group, is seeking a Bank Kitchen Assistant to support the catering team in delivering home-cooked meals for residents. You will help with meal prep, ensure hygienic kitchen practices, and maintain a positive dining experience.

The role requires prior kitchen experience, good communication, and a compassionate, team-oriented approach. Flexible pay options and ongoing training are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in kitchen/food service.
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Able to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Compassionate and respectful towards older people and vulnerable adults.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food quality.

Responsibilities

• Support the kitchen team in preparing and serving nutritious meals for residents.
• Assist with meal preparation in line with individual dietary requirements and preferences.
• Ensure all kitchen and food preparation areas are kept clean, safe, and hygienic.
• Wash and sanitise utensils, equipment, and kitchen surfaces.
• Monitor food stock levels and ensure stock is stored and rotated correctly.
• Follow food safety, infection control, and health & safety procedures at all times.
• Support colleagues and contribute to the smooth running of the kitchen.
• Help ensure residents receive a positive dining experience.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Reliability

Organisational skills

Food safety awareness

Compassionate care

Job description

• Shifts: 08:00 – 18:00 or 08:30 – 18:30
• Salary: £12.76 per hour
• Bank / Flexi

Join our dedicated team at Manor Park Care Home and help provide nutritious, high-quality meals that make a real difference to our residents every day.

We're looking for a Bank Kitchen Assistant who takes pride in maintaining a clean, safe kitchen environment and supporting the catering team in delivering delicious, home-cooked meals for our residents.

What You’ll Do

• Support the kitchen team in preparing and serving nutritious meals for residents.
• Assist with meal preparation in line with individual dietary requirements and preferences.
• Ensure all kitchen and food preparation areas are kept clean, safe, and hygienic.
• Wash and sanitise utensils, equipment, and kitchen surfaces.
• Monitor food stock levels and ensure stock is stored and rotated correctly.
• Follow food safety, infection control, and health & safety procedures at all times.
• Support colleagues and contribute to the smooth running of the kitchen.
• Help ensure residents receive a positive dining experience.

About You

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant, Catering Assistant, or in a similar role.
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Able to work efficiently in a busy kitchen environment.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Compassionate and respectful towards older people and vulnerable adults.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food quality.

Why Join Manor Park?

• Join a luxury, purpose-built care home and help shape its future as it continues to grow.
• Be part of an exceptional team that is passionate about making a difference every day
• Career development and progression opportunities across Sandstone Care Group
• Ongoing training and development to support your professional growth
• Flexible pay options with access to earned wages before payday
• Health and wellbeing support for you and your family
• Employee recognition and reward programmes that celebrate great work
• Exclusive high street discounts at leading retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues

About Sandstone Care Group

At Sandstone Care Group, we put residents at the heart of everything we do. We believe great care starts with great people, and we invest in our teams to help them develop, progress and deliver the very best experience for those we support.

Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we support.