Kitchen Assistant

Care Concern Group; East Oakley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform provided

28 days annual leave (pro rata)

Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend Bonus (nurse & carer)

Job summary

Meadow View Neurological Centre in Basingstoke is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support meal preparation and delivery for residents. You will work alongside chefs on chopping, mixing, portioning and assembling ingredients, while maintaining high food hygiene standards and safety practices.

The role emphasizes dietary needs, texture-modified diets, and compassionate care for individuals with neurological conditions.

Qualifications

• Experience in a catering or kitchen environment.
• Experience in a healthcare or care setting is desirable.
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and health and safety requirements.
• Experience preparing meals for special dietary or texture-modified requirements is desirable.
• Flexible, proactive and willing to learn.
• Able to work under pressure and use initiative.
• Compassionate and respectful approach.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen team with preparation and delivery of meals for the people we support.
• Assist chefs with chopping, mixing, portioning and assembling ingredients.
• Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safe working practices.
• Support nutrition and dietary needs including texture-modified diets.
• Work with care and sensitivity around individuals with neurological conditions.

Skills

Catering experience

Healthcare setting experience

Food safety knowledge

Dietary/texture-modified meals

Team player

Work under pressure

Job description

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support the kitchen team with the preparation and delivery of nutritious, high quality meals for the people we support. Working alongside the chefs, the role includes food preparation such as chopping, mixing, portioning and assembling ingredients, as well as supporting basic cooking and meal preparation in line with planned menus and individual dietary requirements. You will help maintain high standards of food hygiene and safe working practices, including stock rotation, food storage and temperature checks. The role also involves supporting the kitchen team to meet the nutritional and dietary needs of individuals, including texture-modified and specialist diets. A caring and sensitive approach is important when working around people with neurological conditions, including those who may have cognitive, physical or communication difficulties.

Key Responsibilities and Requirements

• Previous experience in a catering or kitchen environment
• Experience in a healthcare or care setting is desirable
• Understanding of food safety, hygiene and health and safety requirements
• Experience preparing meals for special dietary or texture-modified requirements is desirable
• Flexible, proactive and willing to learn
• Able to work under pressure and use initiative
• Compassionate and respectful approach
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Company Overview

Meadow View Neurological Centre is a purpose-built specialist neurological care and rehabilitation centre in Basingstoke, Hampshire. Our experienced team provides personalised care and rehabilitation for adults with complex neurological conditions and injuries, supporting people to achieve greater independence and quality of life. With modern facilities, dedicated therapy spaces and a welcoming environment, colleagues have the opportunity to work as part of a skilled multidisciplinary team and make a meaningful difference every day., Inspire Neurocare is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. Inspire Neurocare provides specialist care and rehabilitation for people with complex neurological needs, with a focus on delivering high quality, person-centred care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Benefits and Salary

• £16,117.52 per annum
• 24 hours per week
• Days/ weekends
• Paid DBS, pension and uniform provided
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata for part time), inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services
• Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral (nurse & carer roles only)