Kitchen Assistant

Victoria Park Care Home; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 7,000 - 8,200; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced DBS

Uniform provided

Group life assurance

Wagestream access

Meals provided during shifts

GP Online for dependants

Discounts portal access

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning and development support

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Victoria Park Care Home in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the delivery of high quality meals in a clean, safe kitchen. This part-time role (14 hours per week) offers a reliable routine and the chance to gain experience within a supportive team.

You will assist with food preparation, maintain kitchen hygiene, and help with deliveries, storage and stock organisation, working closely with the Chef to ensure meals are produced to a high standard.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals to a high standard and in a clean kitchen.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across the kitchen.
• Assist with deliveries, storage and stock organisation.
• Work closely with the Chef and wider team to run the kitchen smoothly and safely.
• Support a consistent routine and develop experience in a supportive environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Organised

Attention to detail

Food safety

Hygiene

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

Catering and Hospitality - Victoria Park Care Home

Contract: Part Time

Shift Type: Days

Contracted hours: 14hrs per week

About Victoria Park Care Home
Victoria Park Care Home is a 32 bed, purpose built care home located in the Stoke area of Coventry, West Midlands. Providing residential care for older people, the home offers a warm and welcoming environment where colleagues work together to deliver high quality, person centred care and make a real difference to the lives of Residents every day.

• Contracted to 14 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.
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
• Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential

What We Offer

• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards
• 'Refer a Friend' scheme offering up to £1,000 per successful referral, depending on the role

About Care Concern Group
Victoria Park is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive.
Our five values Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another.
If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.