Kitchen Assistant

Bupa Global; Poole; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Bupa is looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join their team at a care home in Poole. Responsibilities include supporting chefs, ensuring hygiene standards, and enhancing residents' dining experience. Applicants should possess a passion for food and previous kitchen experience. This role supports diverse backgrounds and offers various employee benefits.

Benefits

Annual healthcare allowance (~£350)

Wagestream: Early access to earned wages

28 days holiday

Sick pay scheme for frontline staff

Long service rewards

Free meal on every shift

Interest-free travel loans

Various pension plans

Parental leave schemes

Menopause support

Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment preferred.
• Commitment to delivering excellent service required.
• Ability to ensure residents enjoy their dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as a link between the main kitchen and residents.
• Assist chefs with meal plating and food preparation.
• Monitor stock rotation and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Passion for food

Effective communication

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Requisition Title

Job Number:

Location:

The Links

1 Golf Links Road, Poole

Dorset, BH18 8BE

The Links Care Home, 1 Golf Links Road, Broadstone, BH18 8BE

Working Hours:

7.30am - 7.30pm, 3 or 4 shifts per week. Rota to include alternate weekends.

About Us:

We make health happen

At Bupa, we support individuals when they need it most. Our care homes are dedicated to delivering person-centred care, supporting independence, and honoring choices to help our residents live their best lives.

Role Responsibilities:

• Act as the link between the main kitchen and residents
• Assist chefs with plating meals, preparing food trolleys, and maintaining cleanliness in preparation areas
• Monitor stock rotation, adhere to company policies, and follow all mandatory COSHH and HACCP guidelines
• Assist with catering for special events such as summer BBQs and Christmas parties

Qualifications & Skills:

Previous kitchen experience, a passion for food, and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. Commitment to delivering excellent service and ensuring residents enjoy a pleasant dining experience. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and residents.

Benefits:

• My Healthcare: 24/7 support, advice, and treatment options
• Annual healthcare allowance (~£350)
• Wagestream: Early access to up to 40% of earned wages
• 28 days holiday
• Sick pay scheme for frontline staff
• Long service rewards
• Free meal on every shift
• Interest-free travel loans
• Various pension plans
• Parental leave schemes
• Menopause support
• Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities

Why Join Bupa?

As a health insurer and provider without shareholders, our focus is on our customers and our people. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer, offering fair recruitment processes and reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants.

Note: This role is below RQF Level 3 and not eligible for sponsorship under the UK's Points Based Immigration System.