Care Kitchen Assistant — Flexible Hours & Growth

MHA; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

DBS checks and uniforms

Counselling support

Flexible leave options

Discounts

Training and development

Long service awards

Job summary

Maidment Court in Poole is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to support the Cook in preparing and serving meals for residents, while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen in line with food safety standards.

This role requires a basic food hygiene certificate and a proactive, team-focused attitude. Training will be provided, with additional DBS checks and uniforms included as part of the rewards package.

Qualifications

• A basic food hygiene certificate (essential).
• Previous food preparation experience (desirable).
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively.
• A positive, flexible approach to work.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a commitment to quality service.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.
• QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cook with food preparation, serving meals, washing up and storing crockery and utensils safely.
• Keep all areas of the kitchen clean and tidy in line with cleaning schedules and the Food Safety Manual.
• Dispose of waste food safely and hygienically.
• Ensure adequate supplies of cleaning and washing-up materials are available.
• Assist with laundry tasks for kitchen linen.
• Follow COSHH, food hygiene, health & safety and infection prevention requirements at all times.
• Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and choice.
• Attend training, supervision, appraisals and staff meetings as required.

Skills

Food hygiene

Food prep

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Flexible approach

Care for elderly

Training willingness

QCF Level 2/3 in HSC

Education

QCF Level 2/3 Health & Social Care

Job description

Maidment Court in Poole is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to support the Cook in preparing and serving meals for residents, while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen in line with food safety standards.

This role requires a basic food hygiene certificate and a proactive, team-focused attitude. Training will be provided, with additional DBS checks and uniforms included as part of the rewards package.