Kitchen Assistant

Goodson Lodge; Trowbridge; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodson Lodge is seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to join their catering team in Trowbridge. The role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to create meals for residents, with training provided. Ideal for candidates wanting to gain experience in the care sector while enjoying a supportive team environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)

Free uniform

Free DBS check

Higher pay rates on weekends

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Card and discounts

Qualifications

• Passionate about cooking and maintaining hygiene standards.
• Positive attitude and good communication skills required.
• Comfortable engaging with elderly residents.

Responsibilities

• Create meals, snacks, and drinks for residents.
• Understand resident preferences to enhance mealtimes.
• Work flexibly as part of a team.

Skills

Cooking

Hygiene Standards

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

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Pay rate: £12.00 per hour, weekend and NVQ enhancements available

Hours: Bank / Flexible

ABOUT THE ROLE

Do you want to have greater say over when you work? Then this role is perfect for you.

Bank contracts are flexible and do not guarantee hours, giving you the freedom to choose when to work. This allows you to accommodate other commitments such as studies, another job, or caring responsibilities. If you’re looking to gain experience in the care sector without a permanent commitment, or to stay active if you are partially retired, bank contracts are an excellent option.

We are currently recruiting a Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly catering team, creating meals, snacks, and drinks for our residents. You’ll get to know our residents and understand their preferences to make mealtimes special.

Joining us means becoming part of our extended family. You’ll work alongside passionate team members dedicated to providing care, warmth, and kindness to all residents and staff.

Goodson Lodge is located in Trowbridge. This purpose-built care home offers 24-hour person-centred dementia care, residential care, and respite care.

AND IN RETURN

The Trust has been providing care for nearly 100 years and is the second largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. We reinvest all profits into our residents, staff, and facilities. We offer a competitive salary, training, and development opportunities.

Benefits include:

• 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
• Free uniform
• Free DBS check
• Higher pay rates on weekends
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” discounts on shopping, dining, and entertainment

ABOUT YOU

No formal catering experience is required as we provide training, but a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is helpful. We seek someone passionate about cooking, maintaining high hygiene standards, and with a positive attitude. Good communication skills and a dedication to providing excellent service to our residents are essential.

You should be comfortable engaging with elderly residents to understand their needs and enjoy working as part of a team.