Compassionate Kitchen Assistant - Elder Care Home

Avery Healthcare; Clevedon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Poets Mews Care Home in Somerset. You will support food preparation and maintain hygienic standards to deliver a high-quality service to residents.

Ideal candidates will hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate knowledge of Health and Safety, including moving and handling. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and a compassionate approach to residents and visitors.

Qualifications

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, Moving and Handling, Fire Safety and COSHH.
• Be efficient with a high level of sustained physical effort and handle demanding workloads.
• Demonstrate initiative and flexible teamwork.
• Show care and understanding towards residents.

Responsibilities

• Support catering functions in food preparation and maintaining hygiene.
• Contribute to team with prompt reactions to tasks and instructions.
• Advise on supplies and ensure timely replacement orders.
• Respect the dignity and individuality of residents.

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Health and Safety knowledge

Moving and Handling

Teamworking

Caring attitude

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Poets Mews Care Home in Somerset. You will support food preparation and maintain hygienic standards to deliver a high-quality service to residents.

Ideal candidates will hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate knowledge of Health and Safety, including moving and handling. The role requires teamwork, reliability, and a compassionate approach to residents and visitors.