Kitchen Assistant

Henlow Court; Stroud; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated catering team as a Kitchen Assistant at Henlow Court, providing high-quality meals and care for elderly residents. Experience is not required, as training will be given, but a commitment to kitchen hygiene and a passion for cooking are essential. Enjoy competitive benefits including 28 days of holiday, free uniform, and a supportive environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Free uniform

Free DBS

Higher rates of pay at weekends

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Refer a Friend scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• No formal catering experience needed; training will be provided.
• Person must have a keen interest in cooking and hygiene standards.
• Experience engaging with elderly residents is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create delicious meals, snacks, and drinks for residents.
• Engage with residents to understand their likes and needs.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Kitchen hygiene standards

Cooking

Positive can-do approach

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

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We’re currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to join our passionate, hard-working and friendly catering team, to create delicious meals, snacks and drinks for our residents. You’ll get to know our residents, understand their likes and dislikes so that mealtimes are always a highlight of their day.

In joining us, you’ll also become part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside other team members who are passionate about providing care, warmth and kindness to all those who live and work in our homes.

Henlow Court, located in a residential area of Dursley, offers high-quality, compassionate, and trusted residential, nursing, and respite care to 40 residents. The home is situated in a quiet residential area in the town of Dursley and is within walking distance of shops and amenities.

AND IN RETURN

The Trust is a great place to work; we’ve been providing care for almost 1,000 years and are currently the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. Not-for-profit means that we reinvest every penny we make into our residents, colleagues, and the care homes we operate. We offer a great range of benefits, including a competitive salary, training, and development.

Here are some of the other benefits you’ll enjoy as a valued member of our team:

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Higher rates of pay at weekends
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer a Friend scheme rewarding you up to £ for every recommendation you make who successfully starts working for us
• Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” programme, offering you discounts on shopping, days out, restaurants and much more

ABOUT YOU

You don’t need to have previous formal catering experience, as we’ll give you the training you need, although it would be helpful if you hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate. We’re looking for someone who is keen on cooking and takes pride in kitchen hygiene standards. You’ll have a positive can-do approach, with good communication skills, and you’ll be passionate about ensuring our residents receive the best service possible.

You’ll be confident in engaging with our elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy being part of the wider team in the home.