Care Home Kitchen Assistant — Create Mealtimes, Great Benefits

The Orders of St John Care Trust; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Free uniform

Free DBS

Higher weekend pay

Employee assistance programme

Refer a Friend scheme

Blue Light Card and My Rewards

Job summary

The Lakes Care Home in Cirencester is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly catering team, preparing meals, snacks and drinks for residents. Training will be provided, and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is advantageous.

You’ll contribute to meals that residents look forward to and help maintain high kitchen hygiene standards. Join a supportive, not-for-profit employer that values warmth, kindness and teamwork.

Qualifications

• No prior formal catering experience required; training will be provided.
• Helpful to hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Keen on cooking with a pride in kitchen hygiene standards and a positive can-do attitude.
• Good communication and resident-focused service are essential.

Responsibilities

• Cook and assist with meals, snacks and drinks for residents.
• Work with the catering team to ensure smooth mealtimes.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and Safe Food Handling practices.
• Engage with elderly residents to understand their needs and preferences.

Skills

Cooking interest

Communication skills

Hygiene awareness

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

The Lakes Care Home in Cirencester is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly catering team, preparing meals, snacks and drinks for residents. Training will be provided, and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is advantageous.

You’ll contribute to meals that residents look forward to and help maintain high kitchen hygiene standards. Join a supportive, not-for-profit employer that values warmth, kindness and teamwork.