Compassionate Kitchen Assistant - Safe Food, Resident Care

NHS Jobs; Knowle; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant for Knowle Gate Care Home in Knowle. You will support the catering function, help with food preparation, and maintain a clean kitchen environment to ensure safe, high-quality meals for residents.

We value compassion, teamwork, and a proactive approach to safety and hygiene. DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK are required. Join our award-winning team and contribute to meaningful lives for residents.

Qualifications

• Must hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety.
• Able to handle a demanding workload and maintain hygiene.
• Caring and respectful attitude toward residents.

Responsibilities

• Support the catering function in food preparation and maintain a clean kitchen.
• Ensure high standards of hygiene and safe food handling.
• Assist with sourcing and ordering replacement goods as needed.
• Respect the dignity and individuality of each resident and support positive care.

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene

Health & Safety

Moving & Handling

Fire Safety

COSHH

Teamwork

Caring

Job description

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant for Knowle Gate Care Home in Knowle. You will support the catering function, help with food preparation, and maintain a clean kitchen environment to ensure safe, high-quality meals for residents.

We value compassion, teamwork, and a proactive approach to safety and hygiene. DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK are required. Join our award-winning team and contribute to meaningful lives for residents.