Kitchen Assistant

Fairlie Healthcare Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Free meals on shift

Free staff minibus service

Free onsite parking

Free uniform

Free DBS check

Cycle to Work Scheme

Company Pension Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive training

Job summary

Fairlie Healthcare Group is seeking a caring, enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team at Highfield House, Purley. You will help prepare nutritious meals for residents, assist with menus, and ensure high standards of hygiene and presentation.

The role offers a friendly, supportive environment where every contribution is valued, with paid breaks and free meals on shift. Previous kitchen experience is preferred, but training and DBS checks are provided.

Qualifications

• Full Right to Work in the UK – sponsorship not available.
• Previous Kitchen Assistant experience preferred but not essential.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Good organisation and time management.
• Flexible and positive attitude.
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe kitchen practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing breakfast, lunch and supper.
• Prepare sandwiches, soups and evening meals that are nutritious, varied and beautifully presented.
• Support the Chef with meal preparation and cooking.
• Help plan menus and contribute ideas for new dishes.
• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and cleanliness.
• Ensure dietary, nutritional and cultural requirements are met.
• Deliver an excellent dining experience for residents.

Skills

Right to work

Teamwork

Communication

Organisation

Flexibility

Food hygiene

Job description

Kitchen Assistant

Location: Highfield House - Purley

No Recruitment Agencies Please

Join an Outstanding Care Provider

Are you passionate about preparing nutritious meals and making a real difference every day?

At Fairlie Healthcare Group, we don't just provide care-we enrich lives. Since 1999, we've been delivering exceptional specialist care for adults with neurological conditions, tracheostomies and ventilator support.

Our three purpose-built homes:

• Fairlie House - West Norwood
• Highfield House - Purley
• Woodstown House - Banstead

Learn more about us:

Outstanding Care Homes for the Highly Dependant - Fairlie Healthcare

The Opportunity

We are looking for a caring, enthusiastic and reliable Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly catering team.

Good nutrition plays a vital role in the health and wellbeing of our residents, and you'll play an important part in ensuring every meal is prepared and served to the highest standard.

If you enjoy working in a supportive environment where your contribution is genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you.

What You'll Be Doing

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will:

• Assist with preparing breakfast, lunch and supper
• Prepare sandwiches, soups and evening meals that are nutritious, varied and beautifully presented
• Support the Chef with meal preparation and cooking
• Help plan menus and contribute ideas for new dishes
• Maintain the highest standards of food hygiene and cleanliness
• Ensure dietary, nutritional and cultural requirements are always met
• Take pride in delivering an excellent dining experience for our residents

What We're Looking For

You'll be successful if you have:

• Full Right to Work in the UK (we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position and cannot accept Student Visa or Skilled Worker Visa applicants)
• Previous Kitchen Assistant experience (preferred but not essential)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Good organisation and time management
• A flexible and positive attitude
• Knowledge of food hygiene and safe kitchen practices

Why Join Fairlie Healthcare?

We believe in looking after our people as much as we look after our residents.

We offer:

• Paid breaks
• Free meals whilst on shift
• Free staff minibus service at the start and end of your shift
• Free onsite parking
• Free uniform
• Free DBS check
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Company Pension Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive training, development and ongoing support
• The opportunity to work for one of the UK's leading specialist care providers

Our Commitment to Equality

Fairlie Healthcare is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, fairness and respect.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.