Care Home Kitchen Assistant - Compassionate Team & Growth

Kingsley Healthcare; Sudbury CP; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsley Healthcare is seeking a Kitchen Assistant at our Sudbury care home. You will help with food preparation, follow health and safety and food standards, and support a clean, well-organised kitchen.

You will work as part of a caring team, learn common kitchen procedures, and contribute to delivering high-quality meals for residents while adhering to schedules and quality controls. No previous experience required, but a practical approach and willingness to learn will be valued; training and

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.
• A good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to work well as part of a team.
• A hardworking and positive attitude, with a willingness to learn and take on new tasks.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure and to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• As a Kitchen Assistant, you will ensure that all food preparation and catering is in accordance with Health and Safety, and Food Standard regulations.
• Monitor and maintain kitchen cleaning schedules ensuring that all areas of the kitchen are immaculately clean; including the washing up of crockery and utensils when required.

Skills

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Communication

Work under pressure

Positive attitude

Job description

Kingsley Healthcare is seeking a Kitchen Assistant at our Sudbury care home. You will help with food preparation, follow health and safety and food standards, and support a clean, well-organised kitchen.

You will work as part of a caring team, learn common kitchen procedures, and contribute to delivering high-quality meals for residents while adhering to schedules and quality controls. No previous experience required, but a practical approach and willingness to learn will be valued; training and