kitchen assistant

Caretech; Roborough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

DBS check

Blue Light Card

Pension

Employee assistance

Job summary

CareTech Roborough House is seeking a kitchen assistant to join our team on a part-time basis. You will help maintain food safety, assist with dishwashing and vegetable preparation, and support the dining area. Training will be provided and prior kitchen experience is welcome but not essential.

Reliable, flexible, and able to work during peak times—including weekends and holidays—are valued. NVQ Level 2 in catering is preferred, with opportunities for growth within CareTech.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required; prior similar experience beneficial.
• NVQ Level 2 in catering preferred, training provided if not held.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply food safety and hygiene practices.
• Stock dining area and set tables.
• Light cleaning of dining and kitchen areas.
• Wash dishes and cutlery.
• Prepare vegetables as needed.
• Cover sickness and annual leave periods.
• Work alternative weekends.
• Operate dishwasher; load/unload and keep area clean.
• Work under pressure and meet tight schedules.

Skills

Food safety

Hygiene

Stock management

Dishwashing

Vegetable prep

Pressure handling

Flexibility

Weekend work

Education

NVQ Level 2 in catering

Job description

We are looking to recruit a kitchen assistant on a part time basis to join the team. We are looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. The successful candidate will be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a similar setting would be beneficial. About the Service - Roborough House provides expert care and treatment for adults with complex support needs, resulting from mental health disorders, dementias, strokes and progressive neurological conditions and associated comorbidities such as epilepsy, dysphagia, diabetes and behaviours that may challenge a mainstream nursing home.

The Role You will:

• Understanding food safety and hygiene
• Stock dining area - setting tables
• Light cleaning of dining and kitchen area
• Wash dishes and cutlery
• Vegetable preparation
• Covering sickness and annual leave entitlements
• Able to work alternative weekends
• Operating the dishwasher - loading and unloading, mopping floors
  Previous kitchen experience preferred - but not essential as full training will be given
• Able to work under pressure and to a tight schedule.
• Enthusiastic and positive approach.
• Must be flexible and able to work during some of our peak times which include weekends, bank holidays and school holidays.
• NVQ Level 2 in catering - preferred - but not essential as full training will be given.
  Founded in 1993, CareTech is one of the largest and most reputable specialist social care and special education needs providers across the UK. The Group has a track record of more than 30 years, delivering high quality, person-centred care to those with complex needs. The Group was founded by brother Haroon and Farouq Sheikh, who continue to lead CareTech today, providing continuity of leadership, long term stability and a deep personal commitment to the people we support.
  Up to 28 Days Holiday, inclusive of Bank Holidays
• Free DBS Check
• Blue Light Card
• Stakeholder Pension
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening
• Employee Recognition Schemes
• Ongoing training with clear career progression opportunities, including access to qualifications up to degree level
• CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friend's grant

Our Values

• Friendly
• Positive
• Innovative
• Empowering
• Person-Centred