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Kitchen Assistant

CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED

Sale

On-site

GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Part time

17 days ago

Job summary

A luxury care home in Sale is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team in preparing high-quality meals. Key responsibilities include maintaining kitchen cleanliness, adhering to food safety standards, and collaborating effectively with team members. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, a foundation in food safety knowledge, and the ability to work well within a team. This part-time role offers a salary of £12.48 per hour along with various benefits.

Benefits

Pension
Onsite Parking
Paid DBS
Uniform Provided
5.6 Weeks Annual Leave

Qualifications

  • Strong organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently and maintain a clean and orderly kitchen.
  • Basic understanding of food safety and handling principles.
  • Keen attention to detail for ensuring cleanliness, proper food storage, and accurate handling of deliveries.
  • Good communication skills to work effectively with kitchen staff and management.
  • Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to a positive and productive kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the preparation of food, helping to get meals ready efficiently and to a high standard.
  • Maintain general cleanliness and tidiness in the kitchen area.
  • Receive, check, and safely store kitchen deliveries.
  • Understand and implement safe food handling principles.
  • Follow cleaning procedures for different surfaces and equipment.
  • Ensure that all areas are well-presented and maintained.
  • Practice safe systems of work across a range of tasks.
  • Understand and adhere to Health and Safety at Work legislation.
  • Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
  • Encourage and contribute to teamwork.
  • Take responsibility for the safe and tidy storage of supplies and equipment.
  • Read, understand, and adhere to company policies and procedures.

Skills

Organizational Skills
Food Safety Knowledge
Attention to Detail
Communication Skills
Team Player
Job description
Kitchen Assistant
Catering and Hospitality - Amberley Care Home

Contract: Part Time Salary: £12.48 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: 30

Our luxury care home is situated in the beautiful, historic town of Sale, offering Residential, Dementia & Respite care for 72-residents.

We’re looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to support our culinary team, ensuring the preparation and delivery of high-quality meals, while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.

Benefits
  • £12.48 per hour
  • Pension
  • Onsite Parking
  • Paid DBS
  • Uniform Provided
  • 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)
Why This Role Matters

As Kitchen Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in our kitchen, helping to prepare delicious meals and keeping our workspace in top condition. Your efforts will ensure that every aspect of food preparation runs smoothly, contributing to the overall dining experience of our residents.

Responsibilities
  • Food Preparation: Assist in the preparation of food, helping to get meals ready efficiently and to a high standard.
  • Kitchen Cleanliness: Maintain general cleanliness and tidiness in the kitchen area, including equipment and appliances, ensuring a hygienic environment.
  • Delivery Handling: Receive, check, and safely store kitchen deliveries, ensuring that all items are properly accounted for and stored.
  • Food Safety: Understand and implement safe food handling principles to ensure the highest standards of food safety are met.
  • Cleaning Procedures: Follow cleaning procedures for different surfaces and equipment, ensuring everything is sanitized and well-maintained.
  • Presentation: Ensure that all areas are well-presented and maintained in good condition, contributing to a professional kitchen environment.
  • Safe Work Practices: Practice safe systems of work across a range of tasks to minimize risks and ensure a safe working environment.
  • Health & Safety: Understand and adhere to Health and Safety at Work legislation, always ensuring compliance and safety.
  • Professionalism: Act in a professional and courteous manner at all times, fostering a positive and respectful workplace.
  • Team Collaboration: Encourage and contribute to teamwork, supporting colleagues and working together effectively.
  • Storage: Take responsibility for the safe and tidy storage of supplies and equipment, in line with your area of work.
  • Policy Adherence: Read, understand, and adhere to company policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant guidelines.
Qualifications
  • Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently and maintain a clean and orderly kitchen.
  • Food Safety Knowledge: Basic understanding of food safety and handling principles.
  • Attention to Detail: Keen attention to detail for ensuring cleanliness, proper food storage, and accurate handling of deliveries.
  • Communication Skills: Good communication skills to work effectively with kitchen staff and management.
  • Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to a positive and productive kitchen environment.
Desired Experience
  • Previous Experience: Experience in a kitchen or food preparation role is advantageous but not essential.
  • Food Handling Knowledge: Familiarity with food handling and safety procedures is beneficial.
About us

You’ll be joining a values-led care home that’s part of the Care Concern Group, a family-owned provider with over 100 care homes across the UK. We’re expanding rapidly and are committed to delivering high-quality care and support to our residents. If you’re ready to take on a rewarding role in a growing and supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.

We believe in delivering care to the highest standard, and our five core values guide everything we do: Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity. These values define who we are and underpin everything we do, from the smallest interaction to the most complex care. If you live by these principles, this is a place where you can belong and truly make a difference.

If you’re ready to support a busy kitchen team and contribute to the creation of high-quality meals, we’d love to have you join us. Bring your enthusiasm and organizational skills to our kitchen, where your role will be key to delivering great dining experiences for our residents.

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