Caring Kitchen Assistant: Fresh Meals & Team Support

Connaught Care Collection; Chichester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay enhancements for Bank Holidays

Free on-site meals

Free uniform

Free DBS check

Annual Pay Reviews

Continuous training and progression

Job summary

Connaught Care is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for our care homes in Chichester. You will support chefs with food prep, help plate meals, and maintain kitchen hygiene to ensure a calm, warm dining experience for residents.

Join a close-knit hospitality team and contribute to high standards of cleanliness, service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Training will be provided, with on-site benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in food service and helping others.
• Willingness to work as part of a close-knit team.
• Attention to cleanliness and detail.
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene (training provided).

Responsibilities

• Support chefs with food prep, service and kitchen cleanliness.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and food safety.
• Help plate and present meals with care and consistency.
• Keep the kitchen well-stocked, organised and running like clockwork.
• Assist with washing up and general cleaning duties to ensure smooth service.
• Be a warm, friendly presence behind the scenes.

Skills

Food passion

Team player

Cleanliness

Food hygiene basics

Job description

Connaught Care is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for our care homes in Chichester. You will support chefs with food prep, help plate meals, and maintain kitchen hygiene to ensure a calm, warm dining experience for residents.

Join a close-knit hospitality team and contribute to high standards of cleanliness, service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Training will be provided, with on-site benefits and development opportunities.