Kitchen Assistant

NHS; Croydon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider in Croydon is seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to support the catering operations in a residential care home. The role involves preparing high-quality meals and maintaining a clean kitchen environment. Candidates should have a keen interest in food preparation and excellent customer service skills. This opportunity provides a supportive and inclusive workspace with various employee benefits.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering or hospitality role preferred.
• Keen interest in food preparation is essential.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to service.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cooking food.
• Maintaining a clean kitchen environment.
• Assisting with menu planning.
• Ensuring food safety compliance.

Skills

Food preparation

Customer service

Team collaboration

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the team at Acacia Care Centre, a 62-bed residential, nursing, and dementia home in South Norwood, London. The home has a 'Good' CQC rating and is highly regarded, with a 9.8 rating on Carehome.co.uk. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing high‑quality meals and supporting the overall catering operations.

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant, your responsibilities will include: preparing and cooking food, maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment, assisting with menu planning, and ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene standards. You will work closely with the catering team to deliver an exceptional dining experience for the residents. This is a great opportunity for a passionate and fast‑learning individual who is looking to grow in the hospitality industry.

About us

Acacia Care Centre is part of Olympus OpCo Ltd, a leading provider of residential and nursing care services across the UK. The organization is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees can thrive and develop their skills. They offer a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days‑out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

• 62 Bedded, Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

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, but experience in a catering or hospitality role would be an advantage. A keen interest in food preparation, a strong work ethic, and a commitment to providing excellent customer service 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.