Compassionate Kitchen Assistant — Care Home Meals

HC-One Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home provider in Greater London is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to contribute to high-quality care through food. Responsibilities include assisting with meal preparation, serving meals, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting stock rotation. Candidates should have kitchen experience and a passion for helping others, along with a NVQ2 in Catering or a willingness to obtain it. The position offers training and various benefits, emphasizing support and development for team members.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during long shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance cover

Financial wellbeing support

Award-winning learning and development

Access to online GP consultations

Colleague discounts

Independent Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Refer a friend scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment is preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and record information accurately.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ2 in Catering.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation under the direction of the Chef.
• Serve meals with warmth and respect.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Patience and kindness

Education

NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation

Job description

A care home provider in Greater London is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to contribute to high-quality care through food. Responsibilities include assisting with meal preparation, serving meals, maintaining cleanliness, and supporting stock rotation. Candidates should have kitchen experience and a passion for helping others, along with a NVQ2 in Catering or a willingness to obtain it. The position offers training and various benefits, emphasizing support and development for team members.