Caring Kitchen Assistant - Care Home (Bank)

Avery Healthcare Group; Esher; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join Esher Manor Care Home in Esher, Surrey. You’ll support the catering function, assist in food preparation and maintain high hygiene standards to deliver safe, quality meals for residents.

The role requires a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, knowledge of health and safety, moving and handling, and the ability to work efficiently and with care in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Health and Safety.
• Be an efficient worker with high physical effort.
• Demonstrates initiative and flexibility in teamwork.
• Exhibit a caring and understanding attitude towards residents.

Responsibilities

• Support the catering function in food preparation and maintain a clean environment for safe production of meals and beverages.
• Ensure high quality service and hygiene standards for residents.
• Follow safe food handling principles to comply with highest hygiene standards.
• Contribute to team working and respond positively to colleagues and instructions.
• Order replacement goods timely and appropriately when needed.
• Respect residents and visitors, upholding dignity and individuality.

Skills

Personal hygiene standards

Health and Safety

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Respect for residents

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join Esher Manor Care Home in Esher, Surrey. You’ll support the catering function, assist in food preparation and maintain high hygiene standards to deliver safe, quality meals for residents.

The role requires a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, knowledge of health and safety, moving and handling, and the ability to work efficiently and with care in a busy environment.