Compassionate Kitchen Assistant – Bank (Elder Care)

Avery Healthcare Group; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Kitchen Assistant - Bank at Elton House Care Home in Watford to assist in food preparation and maintain high hygiene standards in a caring environment. You will work as part of a close-knit team, ensuring safe, quality meals for residents.

The role requires a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, and DBS disclosure will be provided. This is a flexible bank position with shifts at Elton House, Watford.

Qualifications

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Be an efficient worker, capable of a high level of sustained physical effort and able to respond to a demanding workload.
• Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working.
• Exhibit a caring and understanding attitude towards the residents.

Responsibilities

• Support the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for safe production of beverages and meals.
• Understand the principles of safe food handling to ensure high hygiene standards.
• Contribute to team working, respond to colleagues, and action instructions promptly.
• Advise on supply and quality of items and ensure timely ordering of replacements.
• Interact respectfully with residents and their visitors, upholding dignity and individuality.

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group is seeking a Kitchen Assistant - Bank at Elton House Care Home in Watford to assist in food preparation and maintain high hygiene standards in a caring environment. You will work as part of a close-knit team, ensuring safe, quality meals for residents.

The role requires a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, and DBS disclosure will be provided. This is a flexible bank position with shifts at Elton House, Watford.