Compassionate Kitchen Assistant - Care Home Impact

Avery Healthcare Group; Corby; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare Group in Corby, Northamptonshire, is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant for Seagrave House Care Home to support catering and maintain high standards of hygiene and safety for residents.

You will follow safe food handling, assist with ordering and supplies, work well in a team, and demonstrate care for residents. The role requires a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and eligibility to work in the UK; a DBS disclosure will be carried out by Avery.

Qualifications

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrates high standards of personal hygiene.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Be an efficient worker with the ability to handle a demanding workload.
• Demonstrate initiative and teamwork with a flexible attitude.
• Show care and understanding towards residents.

Responsibilities

• Support the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment.
• Ensure safe production of beverages and meals with high quality service.
• Assist with ordering and supplying items as needed and timely replacement goods.
• Respect residents’ dignity and individuality in all interactions.

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Avery Healthcare Group in Corby, Northamptonshire, is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant for Seagrave House Care Home to support catering and maintain high standards of hygiene and safety for residents.

You will follow safe food handling, assist with ordering and supplies, work well in a team, and demonstrate care for residents. The role requires a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and eligibility to work in the UK; a DBS disclosure will be carried out by Avery.