Kitchen Assistant

Orchard Care Homes; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A care organization in Sheffield is seeking a compassionate Kitchen Assistant for a part-time role. The position involves preparing meals, engaging with residents, and ensuring dietary needs are met. Ideal candidates will have prior kitchen experience and show kindness in their interactions. Join a supportive team that values professional development and offers opportunities for career progression while making positive contributions to residents' lives.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Colleague discounts

Employee recognition schemes

Confidential support helpline

Company-supported pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Experience in a care home setting is preferred.
• Ability to engage with residents kindly.
• Understanding of dietary preferences and needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of meals for residents.
• Ensure a positive dining experience for everyone.
• Deliver personalized menu plans respecting individual dignity.

Skills

Cook/Kitchen Assistant experience

Caring nature

Flexibility

Job description

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

It’s true what they say, the kitchen is the heart of the home. At Orchard Care Homes, our kitchens are no different. They are at the centre of all our homes and provide delicious, and nutritious home‑cooked meals for everyone.

Kitchen Assistant - 29 hrs per week

£12.21 per hour

Location: Penwortham Lodge – Martin Field Road, Penwortham, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 9HL

Why Orchard?

We don’t just want to be the provider of choice; we want to be the employer of choice.

Here at Orchard Care Homes our foundations are built on 6 core values: Enjoy Life, Welcoming, Kind, Professional, Positive and Respectful.

Job Role

A quality kitchen experience has positive benefits on the physical and mental well‑being of our residents and you will help deliver personalised menu plans that ensure everyone is treated with dignity and that individual's rights to privacy, independence and choice are met.

At Orchard Care Homes we believe in the continued learning and development of our support teams, and a career with us offers you an opportunity to broaden your skills and knowledge. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, and exciting opportunities will emerge to progress your career further within the company.

You will have what it takes to nurture, encourage and care. Making a meaningful contribution to someone's life is fulfilling, demanding, requires flexibility, professionalism and skills.

You will help our residents enjoy every day by making sure they receive the quality nutritional experiences they deserve.

You will assist in the preparation of a range of meals to suit individual tastes and requirements and demonstrate a caring nature towards others.

You will have Cook/Kitchen Assistant experience preferably gained in a care‑home setting.

Engaging with residents in a friendly and kind manner, ensuring their dietary preferences and needs are met, and creating a positive dining experience for everyone.

Everything You’ll Love

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’ award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company‑supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Penwortham Grange & Lodge Care Home

Rated ‘Good’ by CQC, Penwortham Grange & Lodge is a purpose‑built, modern and bright residential care home in Penwortham, only 10 minutes away from Preston town centre.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Apply today

If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.

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