Compassionate Kitchen Assistant — Flexible Shifts

Care South Residential; Ringwood; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Online/retail discounts – Blue Light

Paid induction and training

Employee referral bonus scheme

Free DBS check

Contributory pension scheme

Life insurance

NMC pin fees paid by us

Staff association

Local staff reward programme

Onsite learning and development team

Career progression

Flexible working hours

Employee assistance and wellbeing

Care South Stars Awards

Job summary

Care South Residential is hiring a Kitchen Assistant at St Ives House, Ashley Heath. The role involves assisting the kitchen team with preparation of meals and snacks for residents, ensuring dietary needs are met and maintaining hygiene standards.

You will support residents during mealtimes, work 24 hours per week across two shifts (including alternate weekends), and choose shifts like 07:00–19:00 or 07:30–19:30, with details discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• Able to work in a busy, fast-paced kitchen
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to support residents during meals

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chef and kitchen team with preparation of meals, snacks and drinks
• Follow food safety and health & safety regulations
• Support residents during mealtimes and keep areas clean

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Busy kitchen

Care experience

Job description

Care South Residential is hiring a Kitchen Assistant at St Ives House, Ashley Heath. The role involves assisting the kitchen team with preparation of meals and snacks for residents, ensuring dietary needs are met and maintaining hygiene standards.

You will support residents during mealtimes, work 24 hours per week across two shifts (including alternate weekends), and choose shifts like 07:00–19:00 or 07:30–19:30, with details discussed at interview.