Compassionate Kitchen Assistant — Create Delicious Meals

The Orders of St John Care Trust; Downley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A care home provider in Downley, England, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join their catering team. The role involves preparing and serving meals, understanding residents' preferences to enhance mealtimes, and maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, with training provided for those without prior certification. This position offers a supportive environment in a modern care home with numerous benefits including 28 days of holiday.

Benefits

28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

A workplace pension

Free uniform

Free DBS

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme rewards up to £1000

Blue Light Card and My Rewards with discounts

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Commitment to high standards of kitchen hygiene and resident service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals, snacks and drinks for residents.
• Get to know residents, understand their likes and dislikes.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and follow food safety standards.
• Collaborate with care staff to support residents.
• Engage with residents to understand individual needs.

Skills

Good communication

Positive can-do attitude

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

A care home provider in Downley, England, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join their catering team. The role involves preparing and serving meals, understanding residents' preferences to enhance mealtimes, and maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene. Ideal candidates will have a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, with training provided for those without prior certification. This position offers a supportive environment in a modern care home with numerous benefits including 28 days of holiday.