Care Home Kitchen Assistant: Support Chef & Serve Meals

St Martins Care; Washington; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

St Martins Care in Washington is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support a busy care home kitchen, assisting the Head Chef and Assistant Cook with preparing vegetables, cakes, serving meals and pot washing.

The role involves following health and safety requirements, understanding residents' dietary needs and promoting welfare within the service. Training and development opportunities are available in a family-owned, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Good English (written and verbal).
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items under the guidance of the Head Chef.
• Support the delivery and serving of food as required.
• Understand and follow residents' diets and dietary concerns.
• Ensure health and safety requirements are understood and followed.
• Maintain cleaning standards and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Follow all policies and regulations relevant to the role.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

St Martins Care in Washington is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support a busy care home kitchen, assisting the Head Chef and Assistant Cook with preparing vegetables, cakes, serving meals and pot washing.

The role involves following health and safety requirements, understanding residents' dietary needs and promoting welfare within the service. Training and development opportunities are available in a family-owned, supportive environment.