Kitchen Assistant

Maria Mallaband Care Group; Bisley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home provider in Bisley is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to support food preparation and maintain cleanliness. You will assist chefs and act as a link between the kitchen and residents, contributing to the well-being of the residents. Previous experience in a care environment is a plus, but a genuine interest in care is essential. The role offers various employee benefits, including a competitive salary and flexible working patterns.

Benefits

Simply Health coverage

Early Pay access

Discount platform

Tastecard discounts

Pension scheme

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Training support

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience with food preparation and catering.
• Ability to manage kitchen cleaning schedules.
• Previous experience in a care home is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and assist chefs with meal plating.
• Maintain cleanliness in all preparation areas.
• Act as the link between the kitchen and residents.

Skills

Ability to manage pressure

Effective communication

Interest in care home environment

Organized approach

Flexible to work shifts

Job description

About the Role

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the uk and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be experienced with food preparation and catering in accordance with Health and Safety and Food Standard regulations. Monitor and maintain kitchen cleaning schedules ensuring that all areas of the kitchen are immaculately clean; including the washing up of crockery and utensils when required.

"Become a Key worker and make a difference"

In return for all of this you will receive a competitive salary package plus:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
• An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off total food bill
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage

About You;

• Able to demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Acting as the link between the main kitchen and our residents
• Assisting the chefs to plate meals, prepare food trolleys and ensure all preparation areas are kept clean and tidy
• Genuine interest in working in a care home environment.
• Previous experience working in a Care Home environment is desirable but not essential.
• A committed and organised approach.
• A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible to work shifts.

If you would like to use your experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the best quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, then MMCG is a rewarding place to be.

Kingsbury Court

Kingsbury Court Care Home is a 2015 addition to the Maria Mallaband care home range, purpose-designed to offer three separate floors for residential, nursing and dementia care practice. All floors has its own dining room, lounge and activities area. Residents can choose from spacious communal areas, dine in style and relax in en-suite bedrooms. Kingsbury Court is in scenic surroundings and offers long and short-term care packages depending on requirements.