Kindness-Driven Kitchen Assistant for Senior Care

HC-One; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate subject to experience and

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

During a shift of eight hours or more,

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave inclusive of bank

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - financial wellbeing and

Award-winning learning and development

GP online - around the clock GP

An opportunity to learn from

Colleague discounts – Access to over 1

Wellbeing - Employee Assistance

Excellent recognition schemes

Refer a friend scheme

Job summary

HC-One is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to deliver high-quality, compassionate dining experiences for residents across dementia, nursing, and residential care settings in the UK. You will support meal preparation, service, and kitchen hygiene with a team that values kindness and respect in every interaction.

The role emphasises safeguarding, patience, and a willingness to undertake training toward an NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation, with opportunities for development and support to grow

Qualifications

• NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation or willingness to work towards it.
• Some kitchen experience preferred.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with meal preparation under the direction of the Chef or Cook
• Serving meals with warmth and respect in a timely and friendly manner
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, including equipment and surfaces
• Monitoring and recording food storage temperatures (fridges, freezers, etc.)
• Supporting stock rotation and ensuring ingredients are properly stored
• Showing new team members how to safely use kitchen equipment
• Washing up and ensuring the kitchen remains spotless — even after a busy lunch rush

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Patience

Education

NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation

Job description

HC-One is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to deliver high-quality, compassionate dining experiences for residents across dementia, nursing, and residential care settings in the UK. You will support meal preparation, service, and kitchen hygiene with a team that values kindness and respect in every interaction.

The role emphasises safeguarding, patience, and a willingness to undertake training toward an NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation, with opportunities for development and support to grow