Kitchen Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team at a forward-thinking care home as a Kitchen Assistant. This part-time role offers flexibility and the opportunity to make a real difference in residents' lives by preparing appealing meals tailored to their dietary needs. With a strong focus on kindness and inclusivity, you'll be part of a supportive environment that values your contributions. Enjoy comprehensive training, career development opportunities, and a luxurious working environment. If you're passionate about food and care, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Higher than average pay rates

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Life assurance

Learning and development opportunities

GP online service

Colleague discounts

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in meal preparation and understanding dietary needs.
• Ability to maintain high standards in kitchen facilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Cook in planning and preparing nutritious meals.
• Ensure dining experience exceeds residents' expectations.

Skills

Meal Preparation

Nutritional Knowledge

Customer Service

Teamwork

Education

Food Safety Certification

Culinary Training

Job description

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Please note that this is a part-time role working 21 hours per week, full flexibility is required.

Our kitchen team at Fairway View is a vital part of the care home, and the Kitchen Assistant supports the Cook in planning and preparing a variety of appealing, nutritious meals tailored to our residents' preferences, requests, and dietary needs. The role also involves ensuring the dining experience exceeds expectations and maintaining the high standards of our state-of-the-art kitchen facilities.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it is a core value. Caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, supporting them to lead their best lives.

Our team embodies five key qualities, known as Kindness the HC-One Way:
We are curious, asking questions and seeking understanding.
We are compassionate, walking in others' shoes.
We are creative and practical, making things happen.
We are courageous in supporting residents' choices.
We are reliable and can always be counted on.

We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us better serve our communities.

Our dedicated colleagues strive to deliver outstanding care and support their professional and personal growth through career pathways, CPD, and postgraduate programs. HC-One invests in its staff with opportunities for progression into regional and national roles.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You must recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to respond. All colleagues will attend safeguarding training relevant to their role and undertake additional training as needed. You should be able to seek advice and report concerns appropriately.

We provide comprehensive training and a range of benefits to support your well-being and career development, including:

• Higher than average pay rates
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Learning and development opportunities and support for qualifications
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Learning from experienced colleagues
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for physical, mental, and financial support
• Luxurious working environment in a purpose-built home
• Free onsite parking and good transport links
• Refer a friend scheme

We aim to ensure a smooth onboarding process from offer to start date and are committed to promoting inclusivity and diversity within our workforce.