Bank Kitchen Assistant — Fresh, Restaurant-Quality Meals

Boutique Care Homes; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company pension

Free team lunches

Counselling & support 24/7

Refer a friend incentive

Blue Light Card discounts

Quarterly recognition awards

Long service awards

Job summary

Boutique Care Homes is hiring a Kitchen Assistant for a Bank Contract to support the catering team in delivering high-quality meals to residents and visitors. You will help with food preparation, maintain cleanliness and follow safety protocols in a busy kitchen environment.

The role requires teamwork, reliability and a diligent approach to hygiene, with opportunities to develop in a compassionate care setting that values residents and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Good people and relationship-building skills.
• Flexible in approach.
• Demonstrate ability to be a team player.
• Passionate about providing a quality food service.
• Attention to detail.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift and carry heavy objects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and maintain high hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Carry out cleaning duties in the kitchen as per schedule.
• Prepare vegetables, salads, sandwiches and other snacks.
• Ensure accurate records and proper storage of deliveries.
• Communicate with residents, families and team members effectively.
• Highlight any shortfalls in service and suggest improvements.

Skills

People skills

Team player

Flexible in approach

Quality food service

Attention to detail

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Boutique Care Homes is hiring a Kitchen Assistant for a Bank Contract to support the catering team in delivering high-quality meals to residents and visitors. You will help with food preparation, maintain cleanliness and follow safety protocols in a busy kitchen environment.

The role requires teamwork, reliability and a diligent approach to hygiene, with opportunities to develop in a compassionate care setting that values residents and staff alike.