Kitchen Assistant

Richmond Villages; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 22,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal with every shift

Annual leave 20 days + BH

Health and wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Richmond Villages Cheltenham is hiring a Kitchen Assistant to support our chefs in maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient catering space within a care home setting.

You will prepare simple meals, wash dishes, and help with general kitchen duties across shifts (07:00–15:00 or 08:00–20:00), including alternate weekends, with no late nights and a strong focus on work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Health and Safety principles in a kitchen and safe food handling.
• CIEH Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate preferred.
• Prior experience in a catering department or kitchen desirable.
• Experience in a care environment and managing stock, with ability to prepare simple meals.
• Organised, adaptable, able to work within a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare simple meals and ancillary items under the Chef’s direction.
• Wash dishes by hand or load the dishwasher, storing clean items neatly to minimise breakages.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors to keep them free from grease or spillage.
• Clean work tables, walls, kitchen equipment and appliances, following cleaning schedules.
• Operate kitchen equipment and move it safely between storage and work areas.
• Ensure the kitchen is kept tidy, secured, rubbish removed, and supplies stored properly.
• Adhere to company Food Safety and Health and Safety policies, maintaining HACCP records.

Skills

Health and safety

Food hygiene (CIEH Level 2)

Catering/kitchen experience

Stock management (care environment)

Teamwork and independence

Job description

Kitchen Assistant

Richmond Villages Cheltenham – Hatherley Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL51 6PN.

Salary: £12.90 per hour (paid breaks). Permanent role, 32 hours per week.

Shift pattern: 07:00‑15:00 or 08:00‑20:00, including alternative weekends. No late nights, offering excellent work‑life balance.

Job Description

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support our chefs by maintaining the cleanliness, organization, and safety of all catering areas. You are the cornerstone of the village's culinary operations, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly.

• Prepare simple meals and ancillary items under the Chef’s direction.
• Wash dishes by hand or load the dishwasher, storing clean items neatly to minimise breakages.
• Sweep and mop kitchen floors to keep them free from grease or spillage.
• Clean work tables, walls, kitchen equipment and appliances, following cleaning schedules.
• Operate kitchen equipment and move it safely between storage and work areas.
• Ensure the kitchen is kept tidy, secured, rubbish removed, and supplies stored properly.
• Adhere to company Food Safety and Health and Safety policies, maintaining all HACCP records.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Understanding of Health and Safety, maintaining a clean, safe, and hygienic environment.
• Up‑to‑date CIEH Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or equivalent) – preferred.
• Prior experience in a catering department or kitchen – preferred.
• Experience in a care environment and managing stock, with ability to prepare simple meals – preferred.
• Organised, adaptable, able to work effectively within a team and independently.

Benefits

• My Healthcare – remote GP, physiotherapy, mental health support 24/7.
• Annual allowance for Bupa healthcare products (~£350).
• Sick pay scheme in addition to statutory sick pay.
• Free meal with every shift.
• Holidays – 20 days + Bank Holidays.
• Long Service rewards at milestones.
• Interest‑free annual travel loan for public transport season tickets.
• Wagestream – early access to up to 40% of earned wages.
• Bupa pension plans – more information on our career site.
• Parental Leave – support for adoption, birth parents and co‑parents.
• Menopause Plan – designed to empower women.
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities across the UK.

Equal Opportunities

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. We aim to offer an interview or assessment to every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the role, ensuring fair treatment and reasonable adjustments. All applicants are welcome regardless of background.

Employment Details

Time Type: Full time.

Job Area: Care Home – Facilities & Home Support.

Locations: Richmond Village Cheltenham.