Caring Kitchen Assistant — 20h/wk, Support Residents

MHA; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Pension scheme

Free DBS checks

Confidential counselling

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts (Blue Light Card)

Induction and ongoing training

Long service awards

Job summary

MHA is seeking a dependable Kitchen Assistant to join the Beechville catering team in Bolton. You will help the Cook deliver nutritious meals, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and support residents’ health and wellbeing with adherence to safety standards.

We value dignity and care in line with MHA’s values. The role involves working 20 hours per week at Beechville, with a competitive hourly rate and full induction and training.

Qualifications

• Basic food hygiene certificate (essential).
• Previous experience of basic food preparation (desirable).
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks.
• 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

Basic food hygiene

Food preparation experience

Communication skills

Following instructions

Flexible attitude

People care sensitivity

Willingness to training

QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

MHA is seeking a dependable Kitchen Assistant to join the Beechville catering team in Bolton. You will help the Cook deliver nutritious meals, maintain a clean and safe kitchen, and support residents’ health and wellbeing with adherence to safety standards.

We value dignity and care in line with MHA’s values. The role involves working 20 hours per week at Beechville, with a competitive hourly rate and full induction and training.