Kitchen Assistant

Runwood Homes; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking care home as a Kitchen Assistant, where your passion for food and commitment to quality service will shine. In this role, you'll support the kitchen team by ensuring cleanliness and helping with daily operations, all while adhering to essential safety guidelines. With opportunities for personal growth and training, you will play a vital part in creating memorable dining experiences for residents. This innovative firm values its staff and offers a supportive environment, making it an ideal place to develop your culinary skills and advance your career in care.

Benefits

28 days Paid Holiday

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive induction and training

Free DBS Check and uniform

Funding for NVQ Level 1 and 2

Opportunities for career progression

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist Chefs with daily kitchen operations and maintain cleanliness.
• Follow COSHH and HACCP guidelines while catering for events.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Experience in fast-paced kitchen

Education

NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care

Job description

Kitchen Assistant

Care Home: Ivy Court

Hours per week: 25 hours a week

Salary: 12.21 an hour

About the role:

As members of the support services team, our Kitchen Assistants help the Chefs with the daily operations of the kitchen. Your responsibilities will include maintaining cleanliness and performing general kitchen tasks to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly in the care home. Our Kitchen Assistants adhere to company policies and procedures, as well as follow all necessary COSHH and HACCP guidelines. Additionally, you will be involved in catering for special events at the home, such as the annual summer fayres.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes:

• 28 days Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing, paid training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQ Level 1 and 2 in Health and Social Care
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Free, on-site parking
• Employee of the Month awards

About you:

We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant who is passionate about food and dedicated to providing high-quality service at every meal. Strong communication and teamwork skills are a must, as well as experience in a fast-paced kitchen. We value personal growth of our Kitchen Assistants, so you will have the opportunity to participate in training to enhance your skills and knowledge for a successful and safe work environment.

About Runwood Homes:

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 58 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

You can apply for this role by completing our short application form or by visiting the home where one of our team can help you.