Kitchen Assistant

Caring Homes Group Ltd; Ringmer; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A dedicated care provider in Ringmer is looking for a passionate Kitchen Assistant to join our family. This part-time position prioritizes work-life balance and offers a supportive environment where you can make a difference in residents' lives. Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen hygiene, assisting in cooking and baking, and ensuring a tidy workspace. Experience in a catering role is beneficial but not required, as we provide full training. Join us for a rewarding career with growth opportunities.

Benefits

No late evenings, allowing a better work-life balance

Competitive salary and benefits package

Ongoing professional development

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Free DBS & Blue Light Card

High street discounts

Employee assistance program for personal and professional support

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or catering role is a plus, but not essential; we provide full training.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen is clean, tidy, and well-organised.
• Uphold the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
• Support the chef in cooking and baking tasks when required.
• Wash all the dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Sweep and mop floors and take out the rubbish regularly.
• Demonstrate a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of our residents.

Job description

About the role

Caring Homes, a 62‑bedded nursing care home, is looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our family. Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through your work? Do you value a supportive environment where work‑life balance is a priority? Our mission is simple: to make each home the best possible place to live and work for our residents and our teams. A place that feels like home, whether we live there or work there, because of the way we behave and the environment we create – and this includes our support team. We’re a family.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen is clean, tidy, and well‑organised.
• Uphold the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
• Support the chef in cooking and baking tasks when required.
• Wash all the dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Sweep and mop floors and take out the rubbish regularly.
• Demonstrate a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of our residents.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or catering role is a plus, but not essential; we provide full training.

Shift Details

• Part‑time position, 30‑hour contract.
• Shifts include alternate weekends.

Benefits

• Work‑Life Balance: Flexible scheduling options to fit your lifestyle.
• Supportive Environment: A collaborative and caring community where every team member is valued.
• Growth Opportunities: Continuous development and opportunities for professional growth within our organisation.

Perks

• No late evenings, allowing you to enjoy a better work‑life balance.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing professional development, including training and apprenticeship opportunities to help you excel in your role.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Free DBS & Blue Light Card.
• High street discounts.
• Employee assistance program for personal and professional support.