Compassionate Kitchen & Catering Assistant (Elder Care)

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

DBS check costs paid

28 days annual leave

Pension contribution 5%

Recognition schemes

Fully funded training and development

Flexible working patterns

Job summary

Akari Care is seeking a Kitchen/Catering Assistant to support the daily running of a busy care home kitchen. You will collaborate with the Cook and catering team to plan menus, plate meals, and ensure residents receive personal, high-quality care.

The role emphasizes flexibility, empathy, and the ability to adapt to changing needs, while maintaining a warm, engaging approach with residents and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a similar environment.
• Kitchen and food preparation experience.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• A caring nature to give everyone a personal approach.
• Flexible and adaptable to changes at short notice.
• Warm, approachable, and engaging persona.
• Respect everyone, treating others as you would like to be treated.
• Resilient and adaptable to differing needs of colleagues and residents.

Responsibilities

• Support the smooth running of kitchen processes in collaboration with the Cook and catering team.
• Create menus, plate up, and arrange trollies.
• Ensure each resident feels directly supported with the highest quality of care and personalised service.
• Contribute to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food safety.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Food preparation

Basic Food Hygiene

Caring nature

Flexible

Job description

Akari Care is seeking a Kitchen/Catering Assistant to support the daily running of a busy care home kitchen. You will collaborate with the Cook and catering team to plan menus, plate meals, and ensure residents receive personal, high-quality care.

The role emphasizes flexibility, empathy, and the ability to adapt to changing needs, while maintaining a warm, engaging approach with residents and staff alike.