Kitchen Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join their compassionate team. This part-time role involves assisting in meal preparation, ensuring that each dish is nutritious and tailored to residents' preferences. You will play a crucial role in creating an exceptional dining experience while maintaining the kitchen's high standards. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional growth, this organization offers a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. If you are passionate about food and care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Higher than average pay rates

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Life assurance

Learning and development opportunities

GP online service

Colleague discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in meal preparation and kitchen maintenance.
• Knowledge of dietary needs and nutritional standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Cook in planning and preparing meals.
• Ensure high standards of kitchen cleanliness and organization.

Skills

Meal Preparation

Kitchen Maintenance

Nutritional Knowledge

Customer Service

Education

Food Safety Certification

Basic Cooking Skills

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

About The Role

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

The Kitchen Assistant at Fairway View plays a vital role in our care home team by assisting the Cook in planning and preparing a variety of meals that are appealing, nutritious, and tailored to our residents' preferences, requests, and dietary needs. The role involves ensuring an exceptional dining experience at every mealtime and maintaining our state-of-the-art kitchen facilities to high standards.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word; it is our core belief. Caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, enabling us to support them in leading their best lives.

We embody five key values, known as Kindness the HC-One Way:

1. Curious: Asking questions, seeking clues, and understanding.
2. Compassionate: Walking in others' shoes.
3. Creative: Using imagination to make things happen.
4. Courageous: Supporting residents to live the lives they want.
5. Counted on: Being reliable and dependable.

We promote inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and authentic. Our diverse workforce helps us better serve the communities we care for.

We are committed to supporting our colleagues’ professional and personal growth through career pathways, CPD, and postgraduate programmes. HC-One invests in its people, offering opportunities for progression into regional and national roles.

Safeguarding is everyone's responsibility. You should be able to recognize signs of abuse, harm, or neglect and know how to respond. All colleagues will receive safeguarding training relevant to their role and are expected to report concerns appropriately.

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

• Higher than average pay rates
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Life assurance
• Learning and development opportunities, including qualifications
• GP online service for you and your children under 16
• Support from experienced colleagues
• Colleague discounts at over 1600 high street stores
• Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support
• Luxury, purpose-built working environment
• Free onsite parking and good transport links
• Refer a Friend scheme

We aim for a smooth onboarding process from offer to start date. We value inclusivity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to join our HC-One family.