Compassionate Kitchen Assistant for Elder Care

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Upper Sheringham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare in Sheringham is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join West Wood Care Home. You'll support the catering function, help prepare meals, and maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen to deliver high-quality service for residents.

You will work as part of a caring team, hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, and comply with health and safety standards. DBS check will be required and eligibility to work in the UK must be shown.

Qualifications

• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, including Moving and Handling, Fire Safety and COSHH.
• Be an efficient worker with a high level of sustained physical effort.
• Show initiative and a flexible, positive approach to teamwork.
• Exhibit a caring attitude towards residents.

Responsibilities

• Understand safe food handling to ensure hygiene in all kitchen tasks.
• Contribute to a supportive team and respond promptly to instructions.
• Advise on supplies and quality, and assist with ordering when needed.
• Treat residents and visitors with care and respect.

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene

Health and Safety

Moving and Handling

Fire Safety

COSHH

Team working

Personal hygiene

Job description

Avery Healthcare in Sheringham is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join West Wood Care Home. You'll support the catering function, help prepare meals, and maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen to deliver high-quality service for residents.

You will work as part of a caring team, hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, and comply with health and safety standards. DBS check will be required and eligibility to work in the UK must be shown.