Kitchen Assistant

NHS; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Sevenoaks is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the kitchen team. This role involves food preparation, serving meals, and maintaining hygiene in the kitchen. The position requires good communication skills and teamwork. The ideal candidate will be a fast learner with a positive attitude. This full-time role offers £12.55 per hour and various benefits including a Blue Light Discount Card.

Benefits

Blue Light Discount Card

Holiday & days out discounts

Long service awards

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required, but a keen interest in hospitality is essential.
• A positive attitude is necessary.
• Strong communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the kitchen team with food preparation and serving meals.
• Maintain a safe and hygienic kitchen environment.
• Work a mix of 10-hour and 8-hour shifts, including weekends.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work well in a team

Positive attitude

Job description

The role of a Kitchen Assistant at Kippingtons Nursing Home, part of Aria Healthcare, involves supporting the kitchen team in preparing and serving meals for the residents. The home is a 55-bed residential, nursing, and dementia facility that has been rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission and received a high rating of 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk.

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting the kitchen team with various tasks such as food preparation, serving meals, cleaning, and maintaining a safe and hygienic kitchen environment. You will be working 48 hours per week, with a mix of 10-hour and 8-hour shifts, including some weekend work. Aria Healthcare offers a range of benefits, including a Blue Light Discount Card, holiday and days out discounts, long service awards, and a recognition program.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a provider of high-quality care services, focused on creating a safe, comfortable, and nurturing environment for its residents. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, and values empathy, respect, and a growth mindset in its employees.

Job responsibilities

About the Home:

• Kippingtons Nursing Home, Grange Road, Oak Lane, Sevenoaks, TN13 2PG
• 55 Bed Residential, Nursing & Dementia Home
• CQC Rating – Good
• Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk

About the role

• 48 hours per week
• £12.55 per hour

What will Aria Care Offer you?

• Blue Light Discount Card
• Holiday & days out discounts
• Long service awards
• Recognition programme
• And much more!

Are you a passionate and a fast learner, looking for a place where you can grow in hospitality? We have a great opportunity for a Kitchen Assistant so why not get in touch!

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer and thrive on learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the perfect place for you.

It would be great to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications are required, but you should be a passionate and fast learner, with a keen interest in hospitality. A positive attitude, good communication skills, and the ability to work well in a team are essential.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.