Kitchen Assistant

NHS; Marlow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A luxury elderly care provider in Marlow is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support food preparation and maintain hygiene standards. The ideal candidate holds a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrates a positive attitude. Responsibilities include delivering high-quality meals and ensuring a safe kitchen environment. This position is maternity cover, offering a structured shift pattern from 08:00 to 19:30.

Qualifications

• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and maintain high standards of personal hygiene.
• Have knowledge of Health and Safety, including Moving and Handling techniques.
• Demonstrate initiative and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support the catering function in food preparation.
• Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment.
• Deliver high-quality service for meals and beverages.

Skills

Food hygiene principles

Team collaboration

Customer service

Understanding of Health and Safety regulations

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK’s largest providers of luxury elderly care homes. We are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and team members alike, and we pride ourselves on offering exceptional care across more than 100 homes in a supportive, empowering environment.

Responsibilities

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support the catering function in food preparation, maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment, and ensure the safe production of beverages and meals for our residents. Your focus will be on delivering high‑quality service and upholding the highest standards of hygiene and safety.

• Understanding and applying the principles of safe food handling to maintain hygiene standards.
• Working collaboratively with the team, responding positively to colleagues, and acting on reasonable work instructions promptly.
• Advising on the supply and quality of items used, ensuring timely and appropriate ordering of replacement goods.
• Acting with respect and care towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.

Shift Pattern

08:00 – 19:30

Additional Information

Package Description: Maternity cover

Requirements

• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and maintain high standards of personal hygiene.
• Have knowledge of Health and Safety, including Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Be an efficient worker capable of sustained physical effort and able to respond to a demanding workload.
• Demonstrate initiative, a positive attitude, and flexible teamwork.
• Exhibit a caring and understanding attitude towards residents.

Additional Requirements

• DBS Disclosure check – the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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