Kitchen Assistant

HC One; Cannock; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

At a leading care home, the role of Kitchen Assistant is pivotal in supporting the Cook to provide exceptional dining experiences for residents. You will be involved in meal preparation while ensuring the kitchen meets high standards and supports a compassionate care environment. Comprehensive training and benefits enhance your career development within a nurturing workplace, known for valuing kindness and inclusivity.

Benefits

Higher than average pay rates

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Life assurance

Learning and development opportunities

GP online services

Support from experienced colleagues

Colleague discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Luxury working environment

Free onsite parking

Refer a friend scheme

Responsibilities

• Support the Cook in planning and preparing nutritious meals.
• Ensure the dining experience meets residents' expectations.
• Maintain high standards in kitchen facilities.

Skills

Curiosity

Compassion

Creativity

Courage

Reliability

Job description

Our kitchen team at Littleton Lodge is a vital part of care home life. The Kitchen Assistant supports the Cook in planning and preparing a variety of appealing, nutritious meals that cater to our residents' preferences, requests, and dietary requirements. The role also involves ensuring the dining experience exceeds residents' expectations and maintaining our high standards in the kitchen facilities.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than just a word; it is a core belief. Caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, enabling us to support them in leading their best possible lives.

To provide the kindest care, our team embodies five key qualities, known as Kindness the HC-One Way:

• Curious: Asking questions, seeking understanding.
• Compassionate: Walking in others' shoes.
• Creative: Using imagination practically.
• Courageous: Supporting residents' choices.
• Reliable: Being dependable.

We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us better serve our communities.

We are committed to supporting our colleagues' professional and personal growth through career pathways, CPD, and postgraduate programmes, offering opportunities for progression into regional and national roles.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. All staff must recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to act. Training is provided, and staff are encouraged to seek advice and report concerns appropriately.

We provide comprehensive training and a range of benefits to support your well-being, including:

• Higher than average pay rates
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Learning and development opportunities
• GP online services
• Support from experienced colleagues
• Colleague discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Luxury working environment
• Free onsite parking
• Refer a friend scheme

We aim for a quick onboarding process and are committed to inclusivity, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.