Kindness-Driven Kitchen Assistant (Care Home) - Flexible Shifts

HC-One - Highgate (Glasgow); Arnold; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,653,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

28 days annual leave including bank

Job summary

HC-One is seeking two Kitchen Assistants to support caring homes with nutritious meals and high standards of hygiene. You’ll assist with meal prep, serve residents with warmth, and help maintain a clean kitchen, following safety and dietary guidelines.

Two 16.5-hour-per-week roles are available; one morning shift (7am–1pm) and one afternoon shift (1pm–7pm). An NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation or willingness to work towards it is required.

Qualifications

• Some kitchen experience and a real passion for helping others.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation under the direction of the Chef or Cook.
• Serve meals with warmth and respect in a timely and friendly manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, including equipment and surfaces.
• Monitor and record food storage temperatures (fridges, freezers, etc.).
• Support stock rotation and ensure ingredients are properly stored.
• Show new team members how to safely use kitchen equipment.
• Wash up and keep the kitchen spotless, even after busy periods.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow recipes

Education

NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation

Job description

HC-One is seeking two Kitchen Assistants to support caring homes with nutritious meals and high standards of hygiene. You’ll assist with meal prep, serve residents with warmth, and help maintain a clean kitchen, following safety and dietary guidelines.

Two 16.5-hour-per-week roles are available; one morning shift (7am–1pm) and one afternoon shift (1pm–7pm). An NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation or willingness to work towards it is required.