Care Home and Nursery Kitchen Assistant

Stafffinders' Client; Perth; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Kitchen Assistant to support food preparation in care homes and schools. This temporary role offers a competitive pay rate of £12.21/hour, with flexible shifts and an opportunity to have a meaningful impact while advancing your career. Ideal candidates will have previous kitchen experience and strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• 6-12 months experience in a kitchen role, ideally in a care home or childcare setting.
• Valid PVG or Disclosure required.
• Strong commitment to service excellence and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Assist chef with food preparation.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Hygiene

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity for those seeking a rewarding and meaningful role that makes a genuine impact. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be contributing to the well-being of others, helping chefs and kitchen teams prepare nutritious meals in care homes and educational settings across Perth and the surrounding areas. It's a role that truly matters and offers an excellent chance to advance your career while making a difference.

Your rate of pay and hours of work
Offering a competitive pay rate of £12.21 per hour, this temporary role provides weekly pay and accrued holiday pay. As a temporary worker, you have the flexibility to choose shifts that fit your schedule, with no minimum commitment required. This gives you the freedom to manage your work-life balance, offering both security and peace of mind.

Responsibilities within your new role as Kitchen Assistant
Your duties will include assisting the chef with food preparation, ensuring the kitchen maintains high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and upholding food safety protocols at all times. You'll also work alongside the team to ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations, helping the entire team deliver excellent service.

Your experience, qualifications and personality
We’re looking for candidates who bring at least 6-12 months of experience in a similar role, ideally in care home or childcaresetting. A valid PVG or Disclosure is required, which you should either already hold or be willing to obtain. Strong communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team are essential. The ideal candidate will be committed to service excellence, cleanliness, and hygiene, and will be adept at handling tasks efficiently, even under pressure.

Apply now!
Please send us an up-to-date copy of your CV, by clicking the Apply button. This position is only available to applicants who have immediate Right to Work in the UK and you will be required to provide evidence of such upon request. Also required are up-to-date contact details for at least 2 references.

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