Kitchen Assistant

Birdston Care Home; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Birdston Care Home seeks a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team in providing high-quality meals and maintaining a clean kitchen. The role is perfect for those with strong organizational skills and an understanding of food safety principles. Join a supportive team in a modern care environment dedicated to delivering excellent dining experiences for residents.

Benefits

Pension

Onsite Parking

Uniform Provided

5.6 Weeks Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently and maintain a clean kitchen.
• Basic understanding of food safety and handling principles.
• Keen attention to detail for cleanliness and accurate handling of deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, ensuring meals are ready to a high standard.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area and sanitize equipment.
• Understand and implement safe food handling procedures.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Team Player

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Catering and Hospitality - Birdston Care Home

Contract: Permanent

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 32

Birdston Care Home, located in Kirkintilloch, just 15 minutes from Glasgow, is a modern, fully refurbished care home with over 20 years of experience. We provide high-quality, person-centred care for frail-elderly residents, including specialist dementia and respite care. Join our friendly, supportive team in a rewarding role, working in a safe, spacious environment with beautiful gardens and views of the Campsie Fells.

We’re looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to support our culinary team, ensuring the preparation and delivery of high-quality meals, while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Why This Role Matters

As Kitchen Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in our kitchen, helping to prepare delicious meals and keeping our workspace in top condition. Your efforts will ensure that every aspect of food preparation runs smoothly, contributing to the overall dining experience of our residents.

What You’ll Do

• Food Preparation: Assist in the preparation of food, helping to get meals ready efficiently and to a high standard.
• Kitchen Cleanliness: Maintain general cleanliness and tidiness in the kitchen area, including equipment and appliances, ensuring a hygienic environment.
• Delivery Handling: Receive, check, and safely store kitchen deliveries, ensuring that all items are properly accounted for and stored.
• Food Safety: Understand and implement safe food handling principles to ensure the highest standards of food safety are met.
• Cleaning Procedures: Follow cleaning procedures for different surfaces and equipment, ensuring everything is sanitized and well-maintained.
• Presentation: Ensure that all areas are well-presented and maintained in good condition, contributing to a professional kitchen environment.
• Safe Work Practices: Practice safe systems of work across a range of tasks to minimize risks and ensure a safe working environment.
• Health & Safety: Understand and adhere to Health and Safety at Work legislation, always ensuring compliance and safety.
• Professionalism: Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times, fostering a positive and respectful workplace.
• Team Collaboration: Encourage and contribute to teamwork, supporting colleagues and working together effectively.
• Storage: Take responsibility for the safe and tidy storage of supplies and equipment, in line with your area of work.
• Policy Adherence: Read, understand, and adhere to company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines.

Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications

• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently and maintain a clean and orderly kitchen.
• Food Safety Knowledge: Basic understanding of food safety and handling principles.
• Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail for ensuring cleanliness, proper food storage, and accurate handling of deliveries.
• Communication Skills: Good communication skills to work effectively with kitchen staff and management.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to a positive and productive kitchen environment.

Desired Experience

• Previous Experience: Experience in a kitchen or food preparation role is advantageous but not essential.
• Food Handling Knowledge: Familiarity with food handling and safety procedures is beneficial.

Our care home is part of Care Concern Group; a market leading, family-owned care group operating over 100 homes across the UK. We are passionate about creating fantastic care homes for our residents to live in and a supportive and fun environment for our team to work in.

We are driven by the five core values that define the Care Concern Group:

Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity
These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

If you’re ready to support a busy kitchen team and contribute to the creation of high-quality meals, we’d love to have you join us. Bring your enthusiasm and organizational skills to our kitchen, where your role will be key to delivering great dining experiences for our residents.

• Pension
• Onsite Parking
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)