Kitchen Assistant

Maria Mallaband Care Group; Gerrards Cross; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Gerrards Cross is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to manage food preparation, ensure kitchen cleanliness, and support meal services. Ideal candidates will have skills in pressure management, task prioritization, and effective communication. This role offers competitive salary and a range of benefits including health cover and flexible working patterns.

Benefits

Simply Health cashback benefits

Early Pay

Discounts across retailers

Discount on Tastecard

Free criminal record checks

Pension Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Training support and development opportunities

Wellbeing support

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and catering adhering to Health and Safety regulations.
• Ability to assist chefs and maintain cleanliness in kitchen areas.
• Genuine interest in working in a care home environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain kitchen cleaning schedules.
• Act as the link between the main kitchen and residents.
• Assist chefs with meal plating and food trolley preparation.

Skills

Pressure management

Task prioritization

Effective communication

Flexibility to work shifts

Job description

About the Role

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the job location.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be experienced in food preparation and catering, adhering to Health and Safety and Food Standard regulations. You will monitor and maintain kitchen cleaning schedules, ensuring all areas are immaculately clean, including washing up crockery and utensils when required.

"Become a Key worker and make a difference"

In return, you will receive a competitive salary package plus:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical, and dental costs, 24/7 virtual GP access, and more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality, etc.
• An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off the total food bill
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleagues below the National Living Wage

About You

• Ability to manage pressure, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Acting as the link between the main kitchen and residents.
• Assisting chefs with meal plating, food trolley preparation, and maintaining cleanliness of preparation areas.
• Genuine interest in working in a care home environment.
• Previous experience in a Care Home is desirable but not essential.
• A committed and organized approach.
• Confident communicator with excellent verbal and written skills.
• Flexible to work shifts.

If you want to use your experience and people skills to provide top-quality care, MMCG is a rewarding place to work.

Buckingham House

Buckingham House is a purpose-built Care Home providing nursing, residential, and dementia care by well-trained staff. The home offers 24-hour personalized care, supporting independence and dignity. Facilities include lounges, dining areas, cafes, a library, hairdressing salon, landscaped gardens, and en-suite rooms decorated to a hotel standard. The head chef, a MMCG Masterchef of the Year, develops seasonal menus tailored to residents' preferences, engaging with them to ensure satisfaction. The activities coordinator organizes clubs like gardening, baking, and maintenance, and the home hosts community events such as Zumba, Tai Chi, and music therapy. We operate a "home from home" environment, welcoming visits at any time and encouraging participation in events and meals. Care plans are regularly reviewed with input from family, friends, and medical professionals to ensure a high quality of life for residents.