Care Kitchen Assistant - Nutritious Meals & Training

Crystal Care Collection Limited; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Induction training

Paid breaks

Uniform provided

Blue Light Card

Enhanced DBS check

Refer a Friend bonus

Pay Day Breakfast

Free meal on shift

Training & development

Supportive team

Job summary

Crystal Care Collection Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our catering team and help deliver nutritious meals to residents. You will work with the Head Chef to ensure meals are prepared safely, kitchens stay clean, and residents enjoy a quality dining experience daily.

This fast-paced, hands-on role requires teamwork, organisation, and attention to detail. Full training will be provided, and there is a rolling three-shift pattern with a 31.5-hour week on a

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or catering experience is desirable but not essential.
• Ability to work as part of a busy team.
• Willingness to follow safety and hygiene procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents.
• Support Head Chef and Sous Chef in day-to-day kitchen operations.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness; wash pots, pans and utensils.
• Follow HACCP, Food Safety, Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.
• Complete cleaning schedules and keep kitchen areas hygienic and organized.
• Assist with stock rotation and storage to minimise waste.
• Report faults or damage to equipment promptly to the Head Chef or GM.
• Support lifestyle team with food-related activities and events.
• Undertake additional duties as requested by management.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Cleanliness

Communication skills

Reliability

Hardworking

Job description

Crystal Care Collection Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our catering team and help deliver nutritious meals to residents. You will work with the Head Chef to ensure meals are prepared safely, kitchens stay clean, and residents enjoy a quality dining experience daily.

This fast-paced, hands-on role requires teamwork, organisation, and attention to detail. Full training will be provided, and there is a rolling three-shift pattern with a 31.5-hour week on a