Kitchen Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED; Hampton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent care home in Hampton is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team in meal preparation and maintaining hygiene standards. You’ll assist with food preparation and safety, contributing to delightful dining experiences for residents. This full-time role requires alternating weekend shifts and offers a competitive salary of £12.21 per hour along with various benefits, including a company pension scheme and ongoing training opportunities.

Benefits

Company Pension scheme

Free Onsite Parking

Paid DBS

Uniform Provided

5.6 Weeks Annual Leave

Ongoing learning and career progression opportunities

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food, ensuring efficiency and high standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness in the kitchen area.
• Receive, check, and safely store kitchen deliveries.
• Implement safe food handling principles.
• Follow cleaning procedures for different surfaces and equipment.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Team Player

Job description

Kitchen Assistant

Catering and Hospitality - Hampton Care Home

Contract: Full Time Salary: £12.21 Per Hour Shift Type: Meal Time Cover Contracted hours: 40

Hampton Care Home is a spacious, purpose-built home in the London suburb of Hampton, providing high-quality nursing, dementia, palliative and short-term care for up to 76 residents. Set across three floors with generous ensuite bedrooms, dedicated staff teams and secure landscaped gardens, the home offers a safe, supportive and welcoming environment designed for comfort, dignity and quality of life.

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.

What we offer:

• £12.21 per hour
• Comapny Pension scheme
• Free Onsite Parking
• Paid DBS
• Uniform Provided
• 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
• Ongoing learning and career progression opportunities
• A positive, welcoming workplace culture where your contribution truly matters
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• Access in-house training and nationally recognised qualifications to support your professional growth.

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.

This is a full time role, working alternating weekends to work either morning (08:00–16:00) or afternoon (12:00–20:00) shifts

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

• Organisational 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.

About us:
You’ll be joining a values-led care home that’s part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 130 care homes across the UK. We’re expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do:
Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity
These values define who we are and underscore 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 organisational skills to our kitchen, where your role will be key to delivering great dining experiences for our residents.