Kitchen Assistant

NHS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable healthcare provider in London is seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to support meal preparation and service in a high-quality nursing home. This part-time role, offering £12.21 per hour, requires teamwork and a commitment to delivering excellent catering services. No specific qualifications are needed, but experience in hospitality is preferred. A supportive work environment awaits you.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering or hospitality setting is a plus.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and meal service.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness standards.
• Work effectively with the catering team.

Skills

Fast learner

Passion for high-quality catering

Ability to work in a team

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the team at Brook House Nursing Home as a Kitchen Assistant. You will be responsible for assisting in the preparation and service of meals for the residents, ensuring a high standard of catering service. The role offers a competitive salary, a range of benefits, and the chance to work in a nurturing and supportive environment.

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be responsible for a range of tasks, including food preparation, serving meals, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards in the kitchen, and assisting the catering team as required. You will need to be a fast learner, passionate about providing high-quality catering services, and able to work effectively as part of a team. The role requires working alternate weekends, and you will receive a competitive hourly rate of £12.21.

About us

Brook House Nursing Home is a 32-bed residential, nursing, and dementia care home located in New Malden, London. The home has a 'Good' rating from the Care Quality Commission and is highly rated by residents and their families, with a 9.6 score on Carehome.co.uk. The home is operated by Olympus OPCO Ltd, a reputable provider of high-quality care services.

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

• 32 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Part-Time; 28.5 hours per week
• £12.21 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

Are you a passionate and a fast learner, looking for a place where you can grow in hospitality? We have a great opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant so why not get in touch!

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required for this role, but experience in a catering or hospitality setting would be an advantage. A passion for providing excellent customer service, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn are essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.