Kitchen Assistant

The Cinnamon Care Collection; North Mundham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home group in North Mundham is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support catering services and maintain high hygiene standards. The role includes food preparation and kitchen maintenance, with an emphasis on resident choice. Ideal candidates will possess strong organisational skills and a proactive attitude. Flexible working hours are required, and additional benefits include paid breaks and staff meals. This position is perfect for individuals passionate about catering and looking for an opportunity in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Paid Breaks

Uniforms

Staff Meals

Nest Pension

Employee Assistance Programme

Care Workers Charity

'Spice of Life' - Discount Retail Scheme

Cycle Scheme

Eye Care

Refer a Friend Scheme

Reward Vouchers

Quarterly & Annual Company Recognition Awards

Qualifications

• Physically and medically able to carry out duties and responsibilities with or without assistive aids.
• Awareness of COSHH and CQC regulations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef and other catering team members.
• Prepare nutritional food to a high standard.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.

Skills

Organisational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Energetic and proactive attitude

Job description

Overview

Kitchen Assistant £12.21 per hour plus company benefits
36hrs per week to include alternate weekend working

A Top 20 Care Home Group 2025!
Awarded 'One of the UK's Best Companies to Work For'

Please note - we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role

Lakeview Grange is a luxurious 55 bedded residential and dementia care home based in Chichester, West Sussex.

We are looking for a flexible Kitchen Assistant to work within our Catering team. If you have a passion for catering we will support with further training and qualifications.

Our team member benefits include: Paid Breaks, Uniforms, Staff Meals, Nest Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, Care Workers Charity, \'Spice of Life\' - Discount Retail Scheme, Cycle Scheme, Eye Care, Refer a Friend Scheme, Reward Vouchers, Quarterly & Annual Company Recognition Awards

• The Kitchen Assistant supports all catering functions within the Cinnamon home and, alongside the Head Chef and other catering staff ensures that all kitchen services are efficient and that the required Health & Safety measures are adhered to within the department.
• The Kitchen Assistant assists with all the working areas within the home\'s kitchen.
• Responsibilities include food preparation, washing dishes and cleaning the kitchen area.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef, Chef and other catering team members to deliver all catering services throughout the home, ensuring resident choice at all times.
• Prepare nutritional food and beverages to a high standard, as directed by the Head Chef promptly and in accordance with agreed mealtimes.
• Maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen and food storage areas at all times, in accordance with the appropriate food hygiene regulations.
• Prepare special diet meals as needed and as directed by the Head Chef.
• Provide feedback to the Head Chef and Chef on complaints from residents or others on the functioning of the catering department. Address complaints promptly where possible and report them to the Head Chef or in the Head Chef\'s absence to the Chef.
• Support cost-effective stock control systems to minimise waste and ensure these are in place.

Person Specification

• Physically and medically able to carry out duties and responsibilities with or without assistive aids
• Ability to organise and prioritise workload and work under pressure
• Energetic, passionate and proactive attitude
• Awareness of COSHH and CQC regulations