Care-Focused Housekeeper and Kitchen Help

Kibble; Johnstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Funding for training

Blue Light Card discounts

Cycle to Work

Generous holidays

Childcare discounts

Confidential counselling

Job summary

Kibble’s Early Years Service in Hallhill Cottage, Johnstone, is seeking a dedicated kitchen and domestic assistant to support meal planning, preparation and cleaning under the guidance of the Catering Supervisor and domestic team leaders.

You will contribute to menu planning, maintain hygiene standards, and support a safe, caring environment for young people aged 5-26, in a role that combines catering, housekeeping and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in catering and cleaning
• SVQ Level 1 in Housekeeping would be desirable
• Experience of working within residential childcare or a care environment is desirable
• Driver’s licence would be advantageous

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily cleaning routines and tasks as scheduled
• Unpack and stack linen and laundry
• Prepare, cook and serve food
• Contribute to menu planning
• Portion control
• Provide special dietary meals where appropriate
• Record keeping (e.g., temperature control checks)
• Ensure hygiene and health and safety in kitchen and assigned areas
• Keep kitchen equipment and surfaces clean
• Ensure meals are served on time and waste is disposed of appropriately
• Oversee service areas and treat transported meals
• Keep dining room clean after meals
• Wash up and account for cutlery, crockery and utensils
• Store food items and cleaning materials properly
• Handle and remove waste per segregation procedures
• Observe proper procedures when entering a young person’s room
• Report damages or hazards
• Ensure equipment is fit for purpose and report faulty items
• Adhere to all role policies and training requirements
• Perform other duties as required by the Service Manager

Skills

Relate to children

Team player

Good communication

Time management

Organisational skills

Flexible

Education

SVQ Level 1 in Housekeeping

SVQ Level 1 in Food Preparation and Cookery

Job description

Kibble’s Early Years Service in Hallhill Cottage, Johnstone, is seeking a dedicated kitchen and domestic assistant to support meal planning, preparation and cleaning under the guidance of the Catering Supervisor and domestic team leaders.

You will contribute to menu planning, maintain hygiene standards, and support a safe, caring environment for young people aged 5-26, in a role that combines catering, housekeeping and team collaboration.