Kitchen Assistant

Hartford Care Ltd.; Norwich; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford Care Group's Oak Court Care Home in Norwich is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the kitchen team in preparing and serving nutritious meals for residents. The role involves food preparation, washing dishes, cleaning kitchen areas and equipment, and ensuring residents’ dietary needs are met.

Level 2 Food Hygiene is essential (level 3 desirable). Previous kitchen experience and the ability to work flexibly are required. Onsite parking, DBS checks, and ongoing training are offered.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Hygiene is essential.
• Previous kitchen assistant experience is essential.
• Flexible working is required to cover shifts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and serving meals to residents.
• Wash dishes, clean kitchen areas and equipment, and maintain hygiene standards.

Skills

Level 2 Food Hygiene

Previous kitchen assistant experience

Flexible working

Job description

Select Health Care part of the Hartford Care Group

Job Type: Kitchen Assistant

Hours: 15 per week (2 days)

Salary: £12.71 per hour

Location: Oak Court Care Home, 321 Fakenham Road, Taverham, Norwich

About Oak Court

Oak Court is a purpose-built care home situated in Taverham, Norfolk that provides en-suite accommodation for 18 residents with neurological conditions.

About the role

The role of a Kitchen Assistant at Select is to support the kitchen team in preparing and serving nutritious meals for residents. Duties include food preparation, washing dishes, cleaning kitchen areas and equipment, following food hygiene and health and safety procedures, and helping to ensure residents’ dietary needs and preferences are met. The role also involves working as part of a team and maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming kitchen environment.

What we need from you

Level 2 Food Hygiene is essential, level 3 would be desirable.

Previous kitchen assistant experience is essential

To be able to do flexible working

What we can offer you:

Free DBS check

Continuous training and realistic development

Free onsite car park

Company pension scheme

All roles will be subject to a successful fully enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)