Compassionate Kitchen Assistant — Support & Serve Meals

MHA; Scarborough; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including bank hols

Pension scheme and life assurance

Free DBS checks and uniforms

Counselling and hardship fund

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts via Blue Light Card and Viv2

Induction and ongoing training

Long service awards

Job summary

MHA's Priceholme care home in Scarborough is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to join the catering team. You will assist the Cook with meal preparation, serve meals and maintain a clean, safe kitchen that supports residents' dietary needs.

Working full time (40 hours per week) at a competitive hourly rate of £13.45, you will be part of a supportive team that values care, respect and dignity. A basic food hygiene certificate is essential and training will be provided.

Qualifications

• A basic food hygiene certificate (essential).
• Previous experience of basic food preparation (desirable).
• Good communication and listening skills.
• The ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively.
• A positive, flexible approach to work.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a commitment to quality service.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.
• QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care desirable but not essential; training provided.

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

Good communication

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Education

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

Job description

MHA's Priceholme care home in Scarborough is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to join the catering team. You will assist the Cook with meal preparation, serve meals and maintain a clean, safe kitchen that supports residents' dietary needs.

Working full time (40 hours per week) at a competitive hourly rate of £13.45, you will be part of a supportive team that values care, respect and dignity. A basic food hygiene certificate is essential and training will be provided.