Kitchen Assistant

Orchard Healthcare Group; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Discounts across retailers

Recognition schemes

Employee assistance programme

Pension scheme

DBS check funded

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes in Chesterfield is seeking a Cook/Kitchen Assistant to prepare nutritious, home-cooked meals and deliver a high standard of service that respects residents’ privacy, independence and choice.

You will follow personalised menu plans, engage with residents in a friendly, caring manner and support ongoing learning and development within the care home. There are clear opportunities to progress within the company.

Qualifications

• Cook/Kitchen Assistant experience preferably gained in a care home setting.
• Ability to engage with residents in a friendly and kind manner.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a range of meals to suit individual tastes and requirements.
• Deliver nutritious home-cooked meals while respecting residents' rights to privacy, independence and choice.
• Support in ongoing learning and development within the care home.
• Contribute to personal and career development opportunities within the company.
• Engage residents in a caring, professional manner during dining experiences.

Skills

Cook/Kitchen Assistant experience

Care home setting

Job description

• Location Chatsworth Road,Chesterfield, S40 3BQ,United Kingdom
• Employee Type Full Time

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

It’s true what they say, the kitchen is the heart of the home. At Orchard Care Homes, our kitchens are no different. They are at the centre of all our homes and provide delicious, and nutritious home cooked meals for everyone.

Rates of Pay: £12.71 per hour

Why Orchard?

We don’t just want to be the provider of choice; we want to be the employer of choice. Here at Orchard Care Homes our foundations are built on 6 core values; Enjoy Life, Welcoming, Kind, Professional, Positive and Respectful.

What You’ll Be Doing

A quality kitchen experience has positive benefits on the physical and mental wellbeing of our residents and you will help deliver personalised menu plans that ensures everyone is treated with dignity and that individual's rights to privacy, independence and choice are met.

At Orchard Care Homes we believe in the continued learning and development of our support teams and a career with us offers you an opportunity to broaden your skills and knowledge. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, and exciting opportunities will emerge to progress your career further within the company.

• You will have what it takes to nurture, encourage and care. Making a meaningful contribution to someone's life is fulfilling, demanding, requires flexibility, professionalism and skills.
• You will help our residents enjoy every day by making sure they receive the quality nutritional experiences they deserve.
• You will assist in the preparation of a range of meals to suit individual tastes and requirements, you will demonstrate a caring nature towards others.
• You will have Cook/Kitchen Assistant experience preferably gained in a care home setting.
• Engaging with residents in a friendly and kind manner, ensuring their dietary preferences and needs are met, and creating a positive dining experience for everyone.

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference” award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company-supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Orchard Care Homes

Chatsworth Lodge Care Home is a homely, modern and bright care home with great access to local amenities in Chesterfield. With 39 bedrooms in our purpose-built home, each spacious room comes with its own en-suite and plenty of space to add your own belongings. Residents can also choose one of our larger rooms with two beds, perfect for couples who would like to stay together in our care home!

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We proudly support the Armed Forces community and welcome applications from veterans, reservists, and military spouses as part of our commitment to the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. We value the unique skills and experiences that service personnel bring and are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.