Care Home Kitchen Assistant — Safe Meals & Team Support

Heathlands Care Home; Greater London; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Heathlands Care Home in Chingford is hiring a Kitchen Assistant to join a warm, well-organised kitchen team. You will help with food preparation, keep areas clean and assist with deliveries and stock organisation under the guidance of the Chef.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.71, DBS paid, pension, uniform provided and 5.6 weeks of annual leave based on a full-time contract, with development opportunities within a supportive care environment.

Qualifications

• Positive, reliable attitude and good communication.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Support deliveries, storage and stock organisation.
• Collaborate with the Chef and kitchen team to ensure smooth, safe operations.

Skills

Positive attitude

Reliable

Organised

Food safety basics

Team player

Independent worker

Good communication

Job description

Heathlands Care Home in Chingford is hiring a Kitchen Assistant to join a warm, well-organised kitchen team. You will help with food preparation, keep areas clean and assist with deliveries and stock organisation under the guidance of the Chef.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate of £12.71, DBS paid, pension, uniform provided and 5.6 weeks of annual leave based on a full-time contract, with development opportunities within a supportive care environment.