Head Housekeeper in a Care Home

TN United Kingdom; Bramhall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a caring and dedicated team at a purpose-built care home, where your role as a Kitchen Assistant will be pivotal in ensuring the comfort and wellbeing of residents. This full-time position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression. You'll be involved in food preparation, maintaining kitchen standards, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Enjoy a competitive hourly rate and a range of benefits including paid training, annual leave, and a pension scheme. If you're organized, motivated, and eager to learn, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Opportunities for career progression

Bank holiday and overtime enhancements

5.6 weeks annual leave

Paid DBS check

Uniform provided

Paid training

Refer a friend scheme

Comprehensive induction program

Cycle to work scheme

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Previous experience in food services is desirable.
• Effective communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and cooking as directed.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and areas.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety and Food Hygiene regulations.

Skills

Food Preparation

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Health and Safety Compliance

Job description

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Client:

New Care

Location:

Bramhall, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Hospitality

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Kitchen Assistant at Statham Manor Care Centre - Hospitality - Full time Permanent

Join our team at Statham Manor Care Centre, a purpose-built facility in Lymm, Cheshire, providing care for 66 residents with diverse needs, including residential and nursing care. We prioritize safety, comfort, and high standards of care, investing in the latest technology and offering engaging activities to enhance wellbeing. Our staff are carefully selected for their warmth and passion, with comprehensive training provided. Rated GOOD by CQC, we maintain a stable, permanent team to ensure continuity of care.

We seek a kind, organized, and motivated Kitchen Assistant to help prepare meals for residents and visitors. This role offers a 35-hour weekly contract with an hourly rate of £11.44. Shift times are 0800-1900, with alternate weekends.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Assist with food preparation and cooking as directed by the Head Chef/Assistant Chef.
2. Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment and areas according to schedules.
3. Ensure compliance with Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, COSHH, and HACCP regulations.
4. Follow instructions from the Head Chef and Chef.
5. Perform daily pot washing duties.

Skills and Experience Required:

1. Previous experience in food services is desirable.
2. Experience working in a busy kitchen environment as part of a team is desirable.
3. Effective communication skills are essential.
4. A willingness to learn is essential.
5. No formal qualifications are required; training and development will be provided.

The Benefits:

• Opportunities for career progression into senior and management roles.
• Bank holiday and overtime enhancements.
• 5.6 weeks annual leave.
• Paid DBS check.
• Uniform provided.
• Paid training.
• Refer a friend scheme for certain roles.
• Comprehensive induction program.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and career development.
• Competitive pay rate.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Wellbeing programs.
• Recognition awards, employee of the month, and golden tickets.
• Travel plan incentives.
• Christmas bonuses.
• Pension scheme.
• HASTEE pay advance access.