Kitchen Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Dudley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

HC-One Ltd. is seeking a compassionate Kitchen Assistant to prepare and serve meals in a supportive environment. This role offers full training and a range of benefits, including a company pension and 28 days of annual leave. Ideal candidates will have kitchen experience and strong organizational skills, contributing to the well-being of residents.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Colleague discounts at over 1600 stores

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Refer a Friend scheme

Qualifications

• Some kitchen experience is preferred.
• Willingness to obtain NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation.
• Strong organizational skills and good record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Help prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene.
• Manage food supplies and train new staff on equipment.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Food Safety

Education

NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation

Job description

About The Role

In your role as a Kitchen Assistant at HC-One, you’ll value one thing above all: kindness. It influences every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential, and Specialist care homes. Every team member understands that our Residents are individuals with their own stories. Joining HC-One offers a wonderful opportunity to give back to these individuals.

About The Company

We provide full training, making it a great opportunity to learn new skills. In return, you will have access to a wide range of benefits supporting your physical and mental well-being. Throughout your career as a Kitchen Assistant, we will invest in you and offer additional support and benefits including:

• Part-time 19 hours
• Hourly rate subject to experience and qualifications
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay
• Learning and development opportunities with support to achieve qualifications
• GP online - 24/7 GP consultation via an app, available to you and your children under 16
• Learning from experienced colleagues in a supportive team
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• Employee Assistance Programme offering free support for physical, mental, and financial issues
• Recognition schemes such as ‘Kindness in Care’ and Long Service Awards
• Refer a Friend scheme offering up to £1000 per referral

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects the communities we serve, and we aim for a quick onboarding process from offer to start date.

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About You

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will help prepare and serve nutritious meals that residents will enjoy. You’ll uphold high standards of cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene. Your responsibilities include maintaining food supplies, managing fridge/freezer temperatures, training new staff on equipment, and cleaning spills, always prioritizing Resident wellbeing.

We seek candidates with some kitchen experience, ideally with an NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation, or willingness to obtain one. Strong organizational skills, good record-keeping, following recipes, and considerate communication are essential.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect, and know how to respond. All staff must attend safeguarding training relevant to their role and pursue further training as needed. You must be able to seek advice and report concerns appropriately.