Caring Kitchen Assistant — Part-Time, Flexible Hours

HC-One Ltd.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A care home provider in Leeds is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team in preparing and serving high-quality meals for residents. The ideal candidate will have some kitchen experience, a passion for helping others, and good organizational skills. The role requires maintaining hygiene standards and monitoring food storage temperatures. This part-time position offers hourly pay between £12.27 to £12.77, along with comprehensive benefits including paid enhanced DBS, free uniform, and access to various discounts.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance cover

Financial wellbeing program

Learning and development opportunities

Online GP consultations

High-street discounts

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Refer-a-friend scheme

Qualifications

• Must have some kitchen experience and a real passion for helping others.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation.
• Strong organisational skills and keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation under the direction of the Chef or Cook.
• Serve meals with warmth and respect in a timely manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and equipment.
• Monitor and record food storage temperatures.
• Support stock rotation and store ingredients appropriately.
• Teach new team members about kitchen safety and equipment usage.
• Keep the kitchen spotless, even after busy meals.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Passion for helping others

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation

Job description

A care home provider in Leeds is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team in preparing and serving high-quality meals for residents. The ideal candidate will have some kitchen experience, a passion for helping others, and good organizational skills. The role requires maintaining hygiene standards and monitoring food storage temperatures. This part-time position offers hourly pay between £12.27 to £12.77, along with comprehensive benefits including paid enhanced DBS, free uniform, and access to various discounts.