Care Home Kitchen Assistant — Flexible Shifts & Growth

Runwood Homes; Colchester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days paid holiday

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive induction and ongoing训练

Job summary

Runwood Homes in Colchester is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support Chefs, keep the kitchen clean, and perform general tasks to ensure smooth operations in our care home. The role is available as two contracts: 20 hours and 30 hours with weekend alternation.

You will work under COSHH and HACPP guidelines, participate in training, and contribute to catering for events. Benefits include 28 days holiday, weekly pay, pension, discounts, and staff development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Kitchen Assistant with a passion for food and high-quality service.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Willingness to participate in training and development.
• Previous experience in care home catering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and perform general kitchen tasks.
• Assist Chefs with daily kitchen operations and event catering.
• Follow COSHH and HACPP guidelines.
• Support a safe and efficient work environment.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Communication skills

Food safety awareness

Education

NVQ training support

Job description

Runwood Homes in Colchester is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support Chefs, keep the kitchen clean, and perform general tasks to ensure smooth operations in our care home. The role is available as two contracts: 20 hours and 30 hours with weekend alternation.

You will work under COSHH and HACPP guidelines, participate in training, and contribute to catering for events. Benefits include 28 days holiday, weekly pay, pension, discounts, and staff development opportunities.