Catering Kitchen Assistant — Caring, Fast-Paced Team

The Methodist Church in Britain; Chipstead; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

DBS cost covered

Job summary

A Kitchen Assistant in the catering team at Rivermere Care Home, part of Avery Healthcare Group Ltd, supports food preparation and keeps the kitchen clean and safe for residents’ meals and drinks.

The role involves ordering and checking kitchen supplies, handling a demanding workload, and adhering to high hygiene standards. Basic Food Hygiene certification and a DBS check are required.

Qualifications

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is required.
• DBS check required.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation.
• Keep the kitchen clean and safe for beverage and meal production.
• Apply safe food handling practices to uphold hygiene standards.
• Work as part of a team and follow instructions promptly.
• Check supplies and place orders for replacements in a timely manner.
• Treat residents and visitors with respect, protecting dignity.

Skills

Health & safety

Moving & handling

Fire safety

COSHH assessments

Job description

A Kitchen Assistant in the catering team at Rivermere Care Home, part of Avery Healthcare Group Ltd, supports food preparation and keeps the kitchen clean and safe for residents’ meals and drinks.

The role involves ordering and checking kitchen supplies, handling a demanding workload, and adhering to high hygiene standards. Basic Food Hygiene certification and a DBS check are required.