Kitchen Assistant

Brook Street Social Care; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading social care agency in Caerphilly is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help prepare meals for residents. This role involves maintaining high hygiene standards in the kitchen and performing general kitchen duties. Ideal candidates should possess food hygiene knowledge and great interpersonal skills. Flexible hours and competitive pay rate are offered, ensuring separate holiday pay. Apply today to join a supportive team.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Paid PAYE

Pension scheme entitlement

Double pay on Bank Holidays

Access to specialist support

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Food Hygiene and COSHH is essential.
• Must have the right to work in the UK without sponsorship.
• Willingness to undergo DBS and reference checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cook in preparing meals for residents.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
• Handle and store cleaning materials responsibly.

Skills

Knowledge of Food Hygiene and COSHH

Great communication skills

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Kitchen Assistant

Hours: Flexible/Agency
Locations: Caerphilly
Pay rate: 12.25 (PAYE - not via umbrella)
Holiday pay is separate, NOT inclusive of your hourly pay. i.e. 12.25 + holiday pay

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship for any agency or permanent positions

What you'll be doing

You will be responsible for assisting the cook preparing meals for residents while maintaining high standards of food preparation. Ensure that high standards of hygiene and cleanliness are maintained throughout the kitchen and dining areas, and ensure equipment is properly maintained and in good working condition, reporting any faults or defects to the Cook as necessary. You will support in general kitchen and dining room duties such as setting tables, washing dishes, and serving meals. Additionally, you will handle and store cleaning materials and equipment responsibly, in line with the establishment's COSHH policy.

Requirements

• Knowledge of Food Hygiene and COSHH
• Right to work in the UK (we do not offer sponsorship)
• Willing to undergo DBS and reference checks
• To be approachable, friendly, proactive and engage with the services users
• Great communication, organisational and interpersonal skills

Benefits of joining us

• Weekly pay and paid PAYE (We do not use umbrella companies - meaning you accrue holiday pay and no hidden fees)
• Offer shifts via your availability
• 24/7 contact with Brook Street Social Care
• Pension scheme entitlement
• Double pay on Bank Holidays
• Separate holiday pay (you have a whole year to use it)
• Access to specialist support through our Mental Health First Aiders
• Online time sheets and payslips

If this opportunity sounds like something you're interested in, please apply today!