Kitchen Assistant

Kathryn Homes Ltd; Armagh; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable care home provider in Northern Ireland seeks a Kitchen Assistant. You will help chefs, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and assist in catering for special events. Ideal candidates are passionate about food, possess strong communication skills, and have experience in a fast-paced kitchen. This role offers ongoing training and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Weekly pay

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Comprehensive induction and training

Free Access NI Check and uniform

Opportunities to progress your career

Qualifications

• Passionate about food and dedicated to providing high-quality service at every meal.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with experience in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and perform general kitchen tasks to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including COSHH and HACCP guidelines.
• Cater for special events at the home.

Skills

Passionate about food

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Experience in a fast-paced kitchen

Job description

Overview

About the role: As members of the support services team, our Kitchen Assistants help the Chefs with the daily operations of the kitchen. Your responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness and performing general kitchen tasks to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly in the care home. You will also follow all company policies and procedures, as well as COSHH and HACCP guidelines. Additionally, you will be involved in catering for special events at the home, such as the annual summer fayres.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and perform general kitchen tasks to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly in the care home.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, including COSHH and HACCP guidelines.
• Cater for special events at the home (e.g., annual summer fayres).

Skills and Qualifications

• Passionate about food and dedicated to providing high-quality service at every meal.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with experience in a fast-paced kitchen.

Further Information

Kitchen Assistant | Care Home: Orchard Lodge

Hours per week: 16 hours

Salary: £12.21 per hour

Benefits of working with Kathryn Homes: 28 days paid holiday; Weekly pay; Pension scheme; Blue Light Card and discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure; Employee Assistance Scheme (also available to immediate family members); Comprehensive induction and ongoing training; Free Access NI Check and uniform; Funding and support towards NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care; Opportunities to progress your career within the company; Free on-site parking; Employee of the Month awards.

About you: We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant who is passionate about food and dedicated to providing high-quality service at every meal. Strong communication and teamwork skills are a must, as well as experience in a fast-paced kitchen. We value personal growth and offer training to enhance skills and knowledge for a successful and safe work environment.

About Kathryn Homes: At Kathryn Homes, we provide professional, person-centred, residential and nursing care to older people in Northern Ireland, including those living with dementia. We prioritise staff development with extensive internal, external, and e-training programs. We are committed to continuous learning and growth to deliver high-quality care. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements and appropriate checks and clearances. You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where a team member can assist you.