Care Kitchen Assistant: Food Prep & Team Support

Care Concern Group; Taunton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS paid

Pension

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Aspen Court Nursing and Dementia Care Home in Taunton is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support high quality meals in a clean and well organised kitchen. You will help with food preparation, maintain cleanliness, assist with deliveries and stock, and work with the Chef to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

There is a consistent routine and an opportunity to develop experience in a supportive kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and reliability are essential.
• Good organisation and attention to detail are required.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene is desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team is important.
• Good communication skills are valued.
• Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high quality meals in a clean, safe kitchen.
• Assist with food preparation and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Assist with deliveries, storage and stock organisation.
• Work closely with the Chef and wider team to ensure smooth, safe kitchen operations.
• Contribute to a consistent routine and a supportive work environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Organization

Food safety basics

Independence & teamwork

Communication skills

Kitchen experience beneficial

Job description

Aspen Court Nursing and Dementia Care Home in Taunton is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support high quality meals in a clean and well organised kitchen. You will help with food preparation, maintain cleanliness, assist with deliveries and stock, and work with the Chef to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

There is a consistent routine and an opportunity to develop experience in a supportive kitchen environment.