Care Kitchen Assistant - Growth & DBS Covered

The Methodist Church in Britain; Knowle; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Knowle Gate Care Home. The role focuses on food prep, safe kitchen hygiene, and maintaining supplies in a residential setting for older residents.

You will work as part of a team, support daily meal production, and ensure residents and visitors are treated with dignity. A Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and a DBS check are required before starting.

Qualifications

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• DBS disclosure check
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK
• Commitment to residents\' dignity and care

Responsibilities

• Support food preparation and keep the kitchen clean for producing beverages and meals
• Apply safe food handling principles so all food preparation meets high hygiene standards
• Manage the supply and quality of kitchen items and order replacements in good time
• Work as part of the team, responding to colleagues and carrying out reasonable instructions promptly
• Treat residents and their visitors with respect and dignity

Skills

Hygiene standards

Health and safety knowledge

Moving and handling knowledge

Fire safety awareness

COSHH awareness

Efficient worker

Initiative and teamwork

Caring attitude towards residents

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Knowle Gate Care Home. The role focuses on food prep, safe kitchen hygiene, and maintaining supplies in a residential setting for older residents.

You will work as part of a team, support daily meal production, and ensure residents and visitors are treated with dignity. A Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and a DBS check are required before starting.