Kitchen Assistant

Renaissance Care; Inverness; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend Bonus

Rewards & Recognition Programme

Free learning and development

Paid PVG Check

Free uniform & PPE

Opportunities for progression

Continuous training and development

Blue Light Discount Card

Concert for Carers Membership

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Renaissance Care is seeking a friendly Kitchen Assistant for Kingsmills Care Home in Inverness to join our catering team. The role handles preparation and serving of meals, supports residents, and maintains hygiene standards, with the flexibility to help develop seasonal menu options.

Hours are 33 per week in a compassionate health and social care setting, focusing on resident well-being, food safety, and a hospitality-style dining experience.

Qualifications

• A background in hospitality or equivalent, with ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively and pay good attention to detail.
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate; knowledge of COSHH and HACCP regulations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clear dining areas, and maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Assist in preparation and serving of nutritious meals, following safety protocols.
• Engage with residents to support a hospitality-style approach to catering and dining.
• Contribute to developing seasonal menus that promote choice and independence.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Hospitality background

COSHH knowledge

HACCP knowledge

Education

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

We are looking for a passionate, creative and caring individual to work within our talented catering team. If you are looking to begin, or continue, your career in health and social care then join us in making a positive difference to the lives of our residents.

We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Assistant (or someone with a background in hospitality) to join our team in Kingsmills Care Home for 33 hours per week.

Hours of work: 33

As a Kitchen Assistant, you are an essential member of our catering team, playing a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen and enhancing the dining experience for our residents. You will assist in the preparation, and serving of nutritious and healthy meals, working closely with the kitchen team to cater to the preferences and dietary needs of our residents, including those with special dietary requirements.

Your responsibilities will include setting up and clearing dining areas, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene in all kitchen, serving, and dining areas. You'll help keep the kitchen and equipment clean and ensure all safety and hygiene protocols are strictly followed. Additionally, you will engage with residents to build meaningful connections, supporting a hospitality-style approach to catering and helping to develop seasonal menus that promote choice and independence as core elements of their dining experience

Requirements

An essential aspect of the role is upholding the values of People, Friendly, Passionate and Inclusion . To be successful in this role you will need to communicate effectively and work well as part of a team. You will have a good eye for detail and ideally, you will have experience in a similar environment and hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate. You will have knowledge of the correct use of kitchen equipment as well as COSHH and HACCP regulations.

As well as a competitive rate of pay, we offer all our employees the following benefits:

• 'Refer a Friend' Bonus Scheme
• Rewards & Recognition Programme
• Free learning and development
• Paid PVG Check
• Free uniform & PPE
• Opportunities for progression
• Continuous training and development to help you achieve your goals
• Access to Blue Light Discount Card
• Concert for Carers Membership
• Free Employee Assistance Programme, providing additional help and advice to support your wellbeing, physical and mental health inside and outside the workplace