Compassionate Kitchen Assistant—Nourish Residents with Care

HC-One Ltd.; Birtley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Birtley is looking for a compassionate Kitchen Assistant who values kindness and plays a vital role in delivering high-quality food care. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals, maintain hygiene, and support your team. Ideal candidates will have kitchen experience and a NVQ2 in Catering, with clear pathways for development and a supportive environment. Enjoy benefits like paid training, uniform, and various health and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

28 days annual leave

Company pension scheme

GP online consultations

Colleague discounts

Independent Employee Assistance Programme

Attractive refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Some kitchen experience and a passion for helping others.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation under Chef or Cook's direction.
• Serve meals with warmth and respect.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Monitor food storage temperatures.
• Support stock rotation and proper storage of ingredients.
• Show new team members safe use of kitchen equipment.
• Ensure the kitchen remains spotless after busy shifts.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Organisational skills

Patience and respect

Education

NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Birtley is looking for a compassionate Kitchen Assistant who values kindness and plays a vital role in delivering high-quality food care. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals, maintain hygiene, and support your team. Ideal candidates will have kitchen experience and a NVQ2 in Catering, with clear pathways for development and a supportive environment. Enjoy benefits like paid training, uniform, and various health and wellbeing support.