Brand-New Care Home Kitchen Assistant — Training Provided

Melksham Gardens; Melksham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including Bank Holiday

Workplace pension

Free uniform

Free DBS

Higher pay at weekends

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme (reward up to £1

Blue Light Card and My Rewards

Job summary

Melksham Gardens in Melksham, Wiltshire, invites applications for a Kitchen Assistant to join a brand-new 80-bed care home opening in the town. You’ll help create meals, drinks and a welcoming dining experience for residents as part of a friendly catering team.

No prior catering experience is required as training is provided; a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate would be helpful. The role is 35 hours per week at £13.01 per hour, with opportunities to grow within a supportive, not-for-profit employer.

Qualifications

• No prior catering experience required; training provided.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate would be helpful.
• Enjoy working as part of a team and maintain high cleanliness standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation, snacks and drinks for residents.
• Serve meals and beverages to residents.
• Maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen environment following food safety procedures.
• Support the catering team and help establish kitchen routines.

Skills

Team player

Good communication

Customer service attitude

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Melksham Gardens in Melksham, Wiltshire, invites applications for a Kitchen Assistant to join a brand-new 80-bed care home opening in the town. You’ll help create meals, drinks and a welcoming dining experience for residents as part of a friendly catering team.

No prior catering experience is required as training is provided; a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate would be helpful. The role is 35 hours per week at £13.01 per hour, with opportunities to grow within a supportive, not-for-profit employer.