Caring Kitchen Assistant - Flexible Hours & Training

Care UK; Thame; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Alternate weekends

Bank Holiday pay

Career development & apprenticeships

Discounts (online and in-store)

Holiday purchase scheme

Wagestream – access wages anytime

Job summary

Care UK is seeking a Catering Assistant to join a caring and rewarding team. You’ll help in meal preparation, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and ensure safe storage of items. Training is provided through our Catering Academy, with opportunities for progression and apprenticeships.

We value residents first and team collaboration, with a culture built on care, passion and teamwork. If you want to make a difference daily, join us at Care UK.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required; training provided.
• Must be a caring individual with a team player mindset.
• Previous kitchen or catering experience beneficial but not required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness of kitchen and related areas.
• Prepare produce for mealtime, eg vegetable prep and sandwiches.
• Ensure correct storage of dry and perishable produce.
• Safely store cleaning materials.
• Ensure all cooking utensils and pots are cleaned to required standards.
• Carry out tasks assigned by the Head / Second Chef or Home Manager.

Job description

Care UK is seeking a Catering Assistant to join a caring and rewarding team. You’ll help in meal preparation, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and ensure safe storage of items. Training is provided through our Catering Academy, with opportunities for progression and apprenticeships.

We value residents first and team collaboration, with a culture built on care, passion and teamwork. If you want to make a difference daily, join us at Care UK.