Caring Kitchen Assistant: Meal Prep & Dining Support

Ann's; Limavady; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£12.21 per hour

Free Uniform

Four Weekly pay

Paid Access NI Check

All Practical and online training Paid

Job summary

Ann's Care Homes in Limavady, Northern Ireland, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help prepare nutritious meals, store food safely, and serve residents in line with dietary needs. You will work under the Chef to ensure meals are appetising and presented well, while maintaining COSHH and food hygiene standards.

The role offers £12.21 per hour, free uniform, regular pay, and paid training. Benefits include ongoing practical and online training, and an equal opportunities employer.

Qualifications

• Basic numeracy and literacy required.
• COSHH/Health & Safety knowledge preferred.
• Basic knowledge of catering and food hygiene regulations needed.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of nutritious meals.
• Handle and store food according to regulations.
• Serve meals and drinks to residents as required.
• Talk with residents to ensure meals meet expectations.
• Load trolleys and transport meals to dining areas.
• Keep work surfaces, equipment and fridges clean and hygienic.
• Check fridge/freezer temperatures daily.
• Order food and catering supplies as needed.
• Take deliveries of food.
• Ensure food is used before expiry dates.
• Maintain cleaning rotas and COSHH compliance.
• Assist in dining room duties as required.
• Support Chef to ensure kitchen runs smoothly.

Skills

Numeracy & Literacy

Food hygiene knowledge

COSHH/Health & Safety knowledge

Kitchen equipment operation

Education

NVQ2 in Catering

Job description

Ann's Care Homes in Limavady, Northern Ireland, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help prepare nutritious meals, store food safely, and serve residents in line with dietary needs. You will work under the Chef to ensure meals are appetising and presented well, while maintaining COSHH and food hygiene standards.

The role offers £12.21 per hour, free uniform, regular pay, and paid training. Benefits include ongoing practical and online training, and an equal opportunities employer.