Kitchen Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Castleford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in care services is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join their team in Castleford. This role involves preparing nutritious meals and ensuring food safety. Ideal candidates will have some kitchen experience and strong communication skills, contributing positively to Resident wellbeing. Enjoy a supportive work environment with various benefits including paid training, pension schemes, and recognition programs.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - financial wellbeing access

Learning and development opportunities

24/7 GP consultations via app

Colleague discounts at high street stores

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Refer a Friend scheme up to £1000

Qualifications

• Some kitchen experience is preferred.
• Willingness to obtain NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation is a plus.
• Ability to communicate kindly with Residents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare and serve nutritious meals while maintaining high cleanliness standards.
• Manage food supplies and train new starters.
• Ensure resident wellbeing as a priority.

Skills

Organizational skills

Record-keeping

Following recipes

Communication

Education

NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation

Job description

About The Role

As a Kitchen Assistant at HC-One, you will value kindness above all. It influences every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every team member understands that our Residents are individuals with their own stories, just like you. Joining HC-One offers a wonderful opportunity to give back to these individuals.

About The Company

We provide full training, making this a great opportunity to learn new skills. In return, you will enjoy a wide range of benefits supporting your physical and mental well-being. Throughout your career as a Kitchen Assistant, we will invest in your development and offer additional support and benefits including:

• Hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications.
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay
• Learning and development opportunities with support to achieve qualifications
• GP online service providing 24/7 GP consultations via an app, available to you and your children under 16
• Opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues in a supportive team
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial support
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer a Friend scheme offering up to £1000 per successful referral

We are committed to inclusivity and ensuring our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We aim for a quick onboarding process from offer to start date.

About You

You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene. Your responsibilities include managing food supplies, training new starters, and cleaning, always prioritizing Resident wellbeing.

We seek a Kitchen Assistant with some kitchen experience, ideally holding an NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation, or willing to obtain one. Strong organizational skills, good record-keeping, and the ability to follow recipes are essential. You should communicate considerately and kindly with Residents and colleagues.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You must recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to respond. All staff will attend safeguarding training relevant to their role and undertake additional related training. You should be able to seek advice and escalate concerns appropriately.