Kitchen Assistant

NHS; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is presenting an opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant at a residential and nursing home. As a vital part of the kitchen team, you will support meal preparation, ensure cleanliness, and uphold safety standards while working in an inclusive environment dedicated to diversity and personal growth.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Experience in hospitality is an advantage.
• No specific qualifications required.
• A passion for the hospitality industry is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and serving meals for residents.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Work alternate weekends and follow defined shift patterns.

Skills

Basic food preparation

Health and safety compliance

Teamwork

Job description

This is a great opportunity for a passionate and fast-learning individual to join Aria Healthcare as a Kitchen Assistant. The role involves assisting in the kitchen operations of a 78-bed residential and nursing home in Thames Ditton, Surrey, which has a CQC rating of 'Good' and is highly rated by service users.

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the kitchen team in preparing and serving meals for the residents. This includes tasks such as basic food preparation, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The role requires a flexible approach to work, as you will be expected to work alternate weekends and follow shift patterns of either 7am-3:30pm or 11am-8:30pm.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of high-quality residential and nursing care services in the South of England. The company is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment, where employees are encouraged to learn from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. Aria Healthcare offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition programme.

Job responsibilities

About the Home

• Thames View, 58 High Street, Thames Ditton, Surrey KT7 0TT
• 78 Bedded Residential and Nursing Home
• CQC Rating Good
• Rated 9.8 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• Full-Time; 40 hours per week
• Shift patterns; 7am - 3.30pm or 11am - 8.30pm
• £12.21 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

Are you a passionate and a fast learner, looking for a place where you can grow in hospitality? We have a great opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant so why not get in touch!

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required for this role, but experience in a similar kitchen environment or a passion for the hospitality industry would be an advantage.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.