Kitchen Assistant

The Fleet Care Home; South Hallsands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid DBS

Pension

Uniform Provided

5.6 weeks annual leave

Job summary

The Fleet Care Home in Dartmouth, Devon, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support high quality meal service in a clean, safe kitchen. You will help with food preparation, storage and deliveries, working closely with the Chef and team to keep the kitchen running smoothly.

The role offers a reliable 36-hour week, paid DBS, pension and uniform, and 5.6 weeks of annual leave. Weekend work on alternate weekends is required.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene.
• Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high quality meals in a clean, safe kitchen.
• Assist with food preparation, storage and deliveries.
• Help keep the kitchen organised and ensure smooth running with the Chef and team.
• Work every alternate weekend as required.

Skills

Positive approach

Good organisation

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Independence & teamwork

Communication skills

Job description

Our care home, nestled in the picturesque town of Dartmouth in Devon, provides exceptional Residential, Nursing, Dementia, and Respite care for up to 79 residents, offering a serene and supportive environment where quality care meets coastal charm.

Kitchen Assistant

• £12.71 per hour
• Contracted to 36 hours per week
• Paid DBS, pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract)

Role Overview

As Kitchen Assistant, you will support the delivery of high quality meals within a clean, safe and well organised kitchen environment. This is a hands on role where your contribution helps ensure meals are prepared efficiently and to a high standard.

You will support food preparation, maintain cleanliness across the kitchen and assist with deliveries, storage and stock organisation. Working closely with the Chef and wider team, you will help ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and safely at all times.

This role offers a consistent routine and the opportunity to build or develop your experience within a supportive and well organised kitchen environment.

The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.

What We Are Looking For

• A positive and reliable approach
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential

About us

The Fleet Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.

Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.