Kitchen Assistant

Care South; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for the weekend team at their Maiden Castle House Residential Home. You will assist with meal preparation, ensure a clean kitchen environment, and provide support to residents during mealtimes. The ideal candidate is caring, communicates well, and enjoys being part of a team. Competitive pay and various staff benefits are included.

Benefits

Paid induction and training

Employee referral bonus

Contributory pension

Qualifications

• Experience in a care or catering setting is helpful but not essential.
• You must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Chef with preparation of meals and snacks.
• Following food safety and health regulations.
• Maintaining cleanliness in kitchen areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Caring attitude

Job description

Overview

Role: Kitchen Assistant - Weekend Team

Location: Maiden Castle House Residential Home – Dorchester DT1 2NJ

Pay: £12.30 per hour

Hours: 11.00 hours per weekend. Shift Pattern: 08:00 to 14:30 or 14:30 to 19:00

Who you are / What you’ll bring

• Someone who is happy and confident working within a busy, fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Previous experience in a care or catering setting is helpful but not essential.
• Someone with the ability to support our residents during mealtimes.
• A caring and respectful attitude towards our residents and the ability to support them during mealtimes.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Chef and kitchen team with the basic preparation of fresh and nutritious meals, snacks and drinks for our residents ensuring that their dietary needs are met.
• Following all food safety and health & safety regulations.
• Supporting residents to enjoy their dining experience with every meal.
• Ensuring kitchen and dining room areas are kept clean and hygienic.
• Washing cooking appliances and crockery – sanitising all food preparation areas.

About Care South / Values

Make a Real Difference Every Day. Everyone working at Care South is dedicated to providing the best quality care to all our residents. We uphold our HEART values: Honesty, Excellence, Approach, Respect and Teamwork. Our care homes provide companionship, social interaction and a fulfilling lifestyle with Food, Fun and Friendship, as well as compassionate person-centred care.

What You’ll Love About Working With Us

• Comprehensive induction including ongoing training and development.
• Support from a friendly, experienced team.
• Delivering person-centred care that truly makes a difference.
• Encouraging residents to stay independent and active.
• Assisting with personal care and mobility needs.
• Building genuine friendships with residents.
• Positive, team-focused atmosphere within the home.

Your Rewards and Benefits

We value our staff and offer a rewarding career. Benefits include online/retail discounts, paid induction and training, employee referral bonus scheme, free DBS check, contributory pension, life insurance, NMC pin fees paid, staff association, local staff reward programme, onsite learning and development, career progression, competitive pay rates, flexible working hours, and employee assistance and wellbeing programmes.

What You Need to Know

• You must be 18 years or older.
• We are unable to offer Visa Sponsorship.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re kind, caring, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of something truly special.

About the Company

PEOPLE | PASSION | PURPOSE

Care South are one of the top 20 rated Care Home Groups in the UK based on published reviews from residents and their families. Our HEART values are key to us providing outstanding care. For information about us, our values and benefits, please visit our website: http://www.care-south.co.uk/about-us. For any questions please contact the recruitment team on 01202 712448.