Caring Kitchen Assistant: Delight Residents

BUPA; Smug Oak; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a passionate Kitchen Assistant to join their team at Tenterden House. The role involves linking between the kitchen and residents, helping to plate meals, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with special event catering. Candidates should have a passion for food and previous experience in a kitchen, along with a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. This position offers competitive salary, flexible working, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Free access to healthcare support

Annual allowance for healthcare products

Early access to earned wages

28 days holiday

Sick pay scheme

Long service rewards

Free meal on shift

Interest-free travel loan

Pension plans

Parental leave schemes

Menopause Plan

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to deliver excellent service during meals.
• Comfortable communicating with kitchen and care home teams.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the link between the main kitchen and residents.
• Assisting chefs in plating meals and keeping preparation areas clean.
• Monitoring stock rotation and complying with mandatory guidelines.
• Assisting with catering for special events.

Skills

Passion for food

Experience working in a kitchen

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK seeks a passionate Kitchen Assistant to join their team at Tenterden House. The role involves linking between the kitchen and residents, helping to plate meals, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting with special event catering. Candidates should have a passion for food and previous experience in a kitchen, along with a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. This position offers competitive salary, flexible working, and a comprehensive benefits package.