Kitchen Assistant

Runwood Homes; Castle Point; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care home provider is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support chefs with daily kitchen operations in Castle Point, England. As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll maintain cleanliness and ensure smooth kitchen operations, while also participating in catering for special events. The ideal candidate is passionate about food and has strong communication skills. This role offers opportunities for training and career progression, with a salary of £12.21 per hour.

Benefits

28 days Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Discounts with Blue Light Card

Training support for NVQ levels 1 and 2

Free, on-site parking

Employee of the Month awards

Qualifications

• Dedicated to providing high-quality service at every meal.
• Opportunity to participate in training to enhance skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Help chefs with kitchen operations.
• Maintain cleanliness and perform general kitchen tasks.
• Catering for special events like summer fayres.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Experience in a fast-paced kitchen

Passionate about food

Job description

Overview

Kitchen Assistant — Elizabeth House Care Home

Responsibilities

• As members of the support services team, Kitchen Assistants help the Chefs with the daily operations of the kitchen.
• Maintain cleanliness and perform general kitchen tasks to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly in the care home.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, and follow all necessary COSHH and HACPP guidelines.
• Be involved in catering for special events at the home, such as the annual summer fayres.

Salary and Hours

Hours per week: 18 hours a week
Salary: £12.21 an hour

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining 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 of our Kitchen Assistants, so you will have the opportunity to participate in training to enhance your skills and knowledge for a successful and safe work environment.

About Runwood Homes

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 59 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

Safeguarding

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

How to apply

You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.