Kitchen Assistant

Runwood Homes; South Ockendon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Kitchen Assistant, where your passion for food and commitment to high-quality service will shine. In this role, you'll support chefs in daily kitchen operations, ensuring a clean and efficient environment in the care home. With opportunities for personal growth through training and career progression, you'll be part of a dedicated team that values teamwork and communication. Enjoy a range of benefits including paid holidays, a pension scheme, and discounts on travel and leisure, all while making a meaningful impact in the lives of residents.

Benefits

28 days Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive induction and paid training

Free DBS Check and uniform

Funding towards NVQ Level 1 and 2

Opportunities for career progression

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment is essential.
• Passionate about food and committed to high-quality service.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs with daily kitchen operations and maintain cleanliness.
• Cater for special events like annual summer fayres.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food Safety

Kitchen Operations

Education

NVQ Level 1 in Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Kitchen Assistant

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About the role:

As a member of the support services team, our Kitchen Assistants help the Chefs with daily kitchen operations. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness and performing general kitchen tasks to ensure smooth operation in the care home. Adherence to company policies, COSHH, and HACCP guidelines is required. You will also assist in catering for special events, such as the annual summer fayres.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and discounts on travel, dining, and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme, available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and paid training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding towards NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care
• Opportunities for career progression
• Free on-site parking
• Employee of the Month awards

About you:

We seek a Kitchen Assistant passionate about food and committed to high-quality service. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential, along with experience in a fast-paced kitchen. We support personal growth through training to enhance skills and ensure a safe work environment.

About Runwood Homes:

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes provides residential, dementia, and nursing care across over 59 UK locations. Our focus is on delivering personalized care and enhancing residents' lives.

We invest in staff development through internal, external, and e-training programs, fostering continuous learning. Our reputation for innovative dementia care continues to grow, setting industry standards.

All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks to safeguard adults. Appropriate checks and clearances are required for all positions.

You can apply by completing our short application form or visiting the home, where our team can assist you.