Care Kitchen Assistant — Nutritious Meals in Edinburgh

Colinton Care Home; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PVG paid

Pension provided

Uniform provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

Colinton Care Home in Edinburgh is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join the kitchen team. You will help with food preparation and ensure meals are prepared in a safe, clean and well organized environment for residents.

This role supports the daily operation behind the scenes, focusing on hygiene, storage of ingredients and timely deliveries while maintaining high standards. A positive attitude and reliability are essential to contribute to residents' daily dining experiences.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a busy kitchen team.
• Good organisation skills with strong attention to cleanliness and hygiene.
• Previous kitchen or food preparation experience is helpful but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and meal service for residents.
• Support safe storage of ingredients and stock rotation.
• Maintain high cleanliness and food hygiene standards in the kitchen.
• Handle deliveries and ensure equipment is cleaned properly.

Skills

Positive attitude

Good organisation

Attention to hygiene

Willingness to learn

Job description

Colinton Care Home in Edinburgh is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join the kitchen team. You will help with food preparation and ensure meals are prepared in a safe, clean and well organized environment for residents.

This role supports the daily operation behind the scenes, focusing on hygiene, storage of ingredients and timely deliveries while maintaining high standards. A positive attitude and reliability are essential to contribute to residents' daily dining experiences.