Compassionate Kitchen Assistant (Part-Time, 21hrs)

Bridge Oak Care Homes; Thirsk; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Bridge Oak Care Homes in Thirsk is seeking a friendly Kitchen Assistant to support meals for residents at Hambleton Grange Care Home. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals and maintain kitchen standards.

Situated in a welcoming environment, you will work as part of a team to ensure residents receive tasty, well-presented dishes and personalised dietary options. Full training will be provided and shifts include weekends; this part-time role offers valued experience in care and catering

Qualifications

• Friendly, approachable and passionate about providing excellent service.
• Reliable, organised and able to work well as part of a team.
• Committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene.
• Understanding of nutrition and hydration for older people.
• Willing to work flexible shifts, including weekends.
• Previous kitchen, catering or care experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Cook with preparation of varied, nutritious and well-presented meals for residents.
• Support meal service while respecting residents' dietary needs and choices.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen areas.
• Follow food safety, HACCP, COSHH, Health & Safety regulations at all times.
• Clean kitchen equipment, work surfaces and storage areas per schedules.
• Assist with stock deliveries and proper food storage.
• Report equipment faults or health and safety issues promptly.
• Support infection prevention measures across the kitchen.

Skills

Friendly

Reliable

Organised

Team player

Food hygiene awareness

Job description

Bridge Oak Care Homes in Thirsk is seeking a friendly Kitchen Assistant to support meals for residents at Hambleton Grange Care Home. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals and maintain kitchen standards.

Situated in a welcoming environment, you will work as part of a team to ensure residents receive tasty, well-presented dishes and personalised dietary options. Full training will be provided and shifts include weekends; this part-time role offers valued experience in care and catering