Compassionate Kitchen Assistant – Nutritious Meals

MHA; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Pension scheme

Free DBS checks and uniforms

Induction and ongoing training

Discounts and wellbeing support

Job summary

MHA is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant for Hampton Lodge in Southampton to assist the Cook in preparing and serving nutritious meals while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen that respects residents’ dietary needs.

You will help uphold MHA values of care, respect and dignity, ensuring hygiene standards and safety protocols are followed, and you’ll participate in training and team meetings to support residents’ wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Basic food hygiene certificate (essential).
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks.
• Positive, flexible approach to work.
• Sensitivity to needs of older people and commitment to quality service.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cook with food preparation, serving meals, washing up and storing crockery and utensils safely.
• Keep all areas of the kitchen clean and tidy in line with cleaning schedules and the Food Safety Manual.
• Dispose of waste food safely and hygienically.
• Ensure adequate supplies of cleaning and washing-up materials are available.
• Assist with laundry tasks for kitchen linen.
• Follow COSHH, food hygiene, health & safety and infection prevention requirements at all times.
• Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and choice.
• Attend training, supervision, appraisals and staff meetings as required.

Skills

Basic food hygiene

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Flexibility

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable)

Job description

MHA is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant for Hampton Lodge in Southampton to assist the Cook in preparing and serving nutritious meals while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen that respects residents’ dietary needs.

You will help uphold MHA values of care, respect and dignity, ensuring hygiene standards and safety protocols are followed, and you’ll participate in training and team meetings to support residents’ wellbeing.