Kitchen Assistant

East Riding of Yorkshire Council; Pocklington; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided

Paid training and induction

Friendly working environment

Time and a half on weekends

Double time on Bank Holidays

Job summary

Woldhaven Care Home in Pocklington is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join a friendly catering team delivering nutritious meals and excellent service to residents. Shifts run between 7:00am and 6:00pm on a four‑week rolling rota, with 2 weekends in every 4 and Bank Holiday work required.

Training is provided to support a positive dining experience for older people. The role offers a competitive hourly rate with enhanced pay for weekends and Bank Holidays, plus uniform and paid

Qualifications

• A positive, reliable, and hardworking approach.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Previous kitchen experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• A genuine interest in supporting older people and enhancing their dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and beverages.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen.
• Support the Cook and wider kitchen team as required.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety, and infection control procedures.
• Help ensure residents' dietary needs and preferences are met.

Job description

The job itself

Join our award-winning team at Woldhaven Care Home!

Woldhaven Care Home is a warm, welcoming care home for older people in Pocklington. We are proud to have been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) this year, reflecting our commitment to providing high-quality care and support for our residents.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and engaging Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly catering team. This is a rewarding role where you will help provide nutritious meals and excellent service to our residents every day.

Main Duties

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and beverages.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen.
• Support the Cook and wider kitchen team as required.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety, and infection control procedures.
• Help ensure residents' dietary needs and preferences are met.

What We're Looking For

• A positive, reliable, and hardworking approach.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Previous kitchen experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• A genuine interest in supporting older people and enhancing their dining experience.

Hours and Working Pattern

Shifts worked between 7:00am and 6:00pm, with 6:00pm being the latest finish.

Working on a 4-week rolling rota.

The rota includes 2 weekends out of every 4 weeks.

Bank Holiday working is required as part of the rota.

Pay and Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Time and a half for all weekend hours worked.
• Double time for all Bank Holiday hours worked.
• Paid training and induction.
• Uniform provided.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to develop your skills within a respected care home.

If you take pride in your work and would like to be part of a caring team that makes a real difference to the lives of older people, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal chat please contact Woldhaven Care Home on 01759303085 or email [e-mail] ( care home manager)