Kitchen Assistant

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury care home in Cardiff is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team. The role includes food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to food safety standards. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a teamwork mindset. This full-time position offers a salary of £12.21 per hour and benefits including pension and annual leave.

Benefits

Pension

Onsite Parking

Paid DBS

Uniform Provided

5.6 Weeks Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills to manage tasks and maintain a clean kitchen.
• Basic understanding of food safety and handling principles.
• Keen attention to detail for cleanliness and food storage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food, ensuring high standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen area.
• Understand and implement safe food handling principles.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Team Player

Job description

Overview

Ty Llandaff Care Home Contract: Full Time Salary: £12.21 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 36 hours per week. Our luxury care home in Portcanna, Cardiff, offers exceptional Nursing and Residential care for 69 residents, providing a refined and comfortable environment where personalized care and elegant living come together. We’re looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to support our culinary team, ensuring the preparation and delivery of high-quality meals, while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.

The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends and Bank Holidays.

What we offer

£12.21 per hour Pension Onsite Parking Paid DBS Uniform Provided
5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)

Responsibilities

• Food Preparation: Assist in the preparation of food, helping to get meals ready efficiently and to a high standard.
• Kitchen Cleanliness: Maintain general cleanliness and tidiness in the kitchen area, including equipment and appliances, ensuring a hygienic environment.
• Delivery Handling: Receive, check, and safely store kitchen deliveries, ensuring that all items are properly accounted for and stored.
• Food Safety: Understand and implement safe food handling principles to ensure the highest standards of food safety are met.
• Cleaning Procedures: Follow cleaning procedures for different surfaces and equipment, ensuring everything is sanitized and well-maintained.
• Presentation: Ensure that all areas are well-presented and maintained in good condition, contributing to a professional kitchen environment.
• Safe Work Practices: Practice safe systems of work across a range of tasks to minimize risks and ensure a safe working environment.
• Health & Safety: Understand and adhere to Health and Safety at Work legislation, always ensuring compliance and safety.
• Professionalism: Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times, fostering a positive and respectful workplace.
• Team Collaboration: Encourage and contribute to teamwork, supporting colleagues and working together effectively.
• Storage: Take responsibility for the safe and tidy storage of supplies and equipment, in line with your area of work.
• Policy Adherence: Read, understand, and adhere to company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines.

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications

• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently and maintain a clean and orderly kitchen.
• Food Safety Knowledge: Basic understanding of food safety and handling principles.
• Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail for ensuring cleanliness, proper food storage, and accurate handling of deliveries.
• Communication Skills: Good communication skills to work effectively with kitchen staff and management.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to a positive and productive kitchen environment.
• Desired Experience: Previous Experience in a kitchen or food preparation role is advantageous but not essential.
• Food Handling Knowledge: Familiarity with food handling and safety procedures is beneficial.

About us

You’ll be joining a values-led care home that’s part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We’re expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents.

Join us

If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you. We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do: Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity. These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference. If you’re ready to support a busy kitchen team and contribute to the creation of high-quality meals, we’d love to have you join us. Bring your enthusiasm and organizational skills to our kitchen, where your role will be key to delivering great dining experiences for our residents.

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