Care Home Kitchen Assistant – Fresh Meals & Resident Dining

Excelcare Holdings; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

On-site parking

Bank holiday pay enhancement

Refer a Friend £500

DBS paid by Excelcare

Induction programme

Apprenticeship funding

Paid uniform

Employee of the month £100

Team appreciation week

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Excelcare Holdings is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Winifred Dell Care Home in Brentwood, Essex. You will work with the Chef to prepare nutritious meals for residents, following planned menus and ensuring excellent hygiene.

Role: 30 hours per week, 8am–6pm, three days a week, with alternate weekends. Salary is £13.45 per hour. Excelcare offers 28 days holiday, on-site parking, DBS paid by the company, and a comprehensive induction and qualification funding.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial kitchen for large numbers.
• A Level 2 qualification would be desirable or considerable catering experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for engaging with residents to ensure a high-standard mealtime experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef to prepare and cook nutritious meals for residents.
• Follow scheduled meal plans and accommodate dietary requirements.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Support at mealtimes to enhance dining experience for residents.
• Respect residents' choices and preferences.
• Check kitchen equipment and report faults to the Chef.
• Adhere to Health & Safety, COSHH, safe moving and handling guidelines.

Job description

Excelcare Holdings is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Winifred Dell Care Home in Brentwood, Essex. You will work with the Chef to prepare nutritious meals for residents, following planned menus and ensuring excellent hygiene.

Role: 30 hours per week, 8am–6pm, three days a week, with alternate weekends. Salary is £13.45 per hour. Excelcare offers 28 days holiday, on-site parking, DBS paid by the company, and a comprehensive induction and qualification funding.