Kitchen Assistant

Care Concern Group; Oldbury; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance cover

Wagestream - financial wellbeing and早

Job summary

Dingle Meadow Care Home is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the preparation and service of meals in a clean, well-organised kitchen. You will work with the Chef and team to ensure meals are prepared to a high standard and delivered safely.

The role offers a reliable schedule, DBS as part of the package, uniform provided, and opportunities for development within a caring employer group.

Qualifications

• A positive and reliable approach.
• Good organisation and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high quality meals in a clean, safe kitchen.
• Assist with food preparation, maintain cleanliness, and help with deliveries, storage and stock organisation.
• Work closely with the Chef and wider team to keep the kitchen running safely and smoothly.
• Enjoy a consistent routine with opportunities to develop experience in a supportive kitchen environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Organisation

Food safety basics

Teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

About Dingle Meadow Care Home

Dingle Meadow Care Home is a 43 bed purpose built care home located in a peaceful residential area of Oldbury, in the heart of the Black Country. Providing residential and residential dementia care, the home offers a warm and welcoming environment where Residents are supported to live comfortably and independently, with care tailored to their individual needs and preferences.

• £12.95 to £13.45 per hour
• Contracted to 40 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

About Dingle Meadow Care Home

Dingle Meadow Care Home is a 43 bed purpose built care home located in a peaceful residential area of Oldbury, in the heart of the Black Country. Providing residential and residential dementia care, the home offers a warm and welcoming environment where Residents are supported to live comfortably and independently, with care tailored to their individual needs and preferences.

Kitchen Assistant

• £12.95 to £13.45 per hour
• Contracted to 40 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Kitchen Assistant, you will support the delivery of high quality meals within a clean, safe and well organised kitchen environment. This is a hands on role where your contribution helps ensure meals are prepared efficiently and to a high standard.

You will support food preparation, maintain cleanliness across the kitchen and assist with deliveries, storage and stock organisation. Working closely with the Chef and wider team, you will help ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and safely at all times.

This role offers a consistent routine and the opportunity to build or develop your experience within a supportive and well organised kitchen environment.

What We Are Looking For

• A positive and reliable approach
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential

What We Offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards

About Care Concern Group

Dingle Meadow is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.

Our five values Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.

If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.