Daytime Kitchen Assistant - Nutritious Meals & Care

MHA; Penarth; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension & life cover

DBS checks provided

Counselling support

Flexible leave options

Staff discounts

Induction & training

Long service awards

Job summary

MHA is seeking a Kitchen Assistant (Days) based at Morel Court, Penarth, to support the Cook and ensure meals meet residents’ dietary needs. The role requires 19.5 hours per week with a competitive hourly rate of £13.45 and a friendly, supportive kitchen environment.

You will help with food prep, serving meals, cleaning, and following food safety standards while prioritising residents’ wellbeing and dignity in a caring setting.

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.
• A QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential, as training will be 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

Food preparation

Communication skills

Following instructions

Flexible attitude

Education

QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

MHA is seeking a Kitchen Assistant (Days) based at Morel Court, Penarth, to support the Cook and ensure meals meet residents’ dietary needs. The role requires 19.5 hours per week with a competitive hourly rate of £13.45 and a friendly, supportive kitchen environment.

You will help with food prep, serving meals, cleaning, and following food safety standards while prioritising residents’ wellbeing and dignity in a caring setting.