Compassionate Kitchen Assistant for Care Home Dining

HC-One Ltd.; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate subject to experience and…

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

During shifts of eight hours or more,

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - financial wellbeing

Award-winning learning and development

GP online - 24/7 GP service

Colleague discounts - 1600+ discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

HC-One Ltd. is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support residents across dementia, nursing, residential, and specialist care homes. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals, working under the Chef or Cook’s guidance.

We value kindness, patience, and respectful interactions with residents and colleagues. Prior kitchen experience is preferred; you may hold an NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation or be willing to work towards it. Full training and benefits apply.

Qualifications

• NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation or willingness to work towards it.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow recipes and record information accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation under the direction of the Chef or Cook.
• Serve meals with warmth and respect in a timely and friendly manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, including equipment and surfaces.
• Monitor and record food storage temperatures (fridges, freezers, etc.).
• Support stock rotation and ensure ingredients are properly stored.
• Show new team members how to safely use kitchen equipment.
• Wash up and keep the kitchen spotless, even after a busy lunch rush.

Skills

Kindness

Patience

Organised

Education

NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation

Job description

HC-One Ltd. is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support residents across dementia, nursing, residential, and specialist care homes. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals, working under the Chef or Cook’s guidance.

We value kindness, patience, and respectful interactions with residents and colleagues. Prior kitchen experience is preferred; you may hold an NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation or be willing to work towards it. Full training and benefits apply.