Kitchen Assistant

The Talent Hub; Waltham Cross; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Waltham Cross is seeking a compassionate Kitchen Assistant to support meal preparation and maintain kitchen cleanliness at Kingfisher Nursing Home. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role and excellent communication skills. Join our team to make a difference in the lives of elderly residents with a competitive hourly rate and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Enhanced pay on weekends

Access to Wagestream

Employee discount schemes

Referral scheme

Recognition schemes

Professional development support

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a similar position is essential.
• Experience in a care home environment is ideal, hotel/restaurant background encouraged.
• Right to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support in the Kitchen with the preparation of meals.
• Assist in washing crockery, cutlery, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Ensure health and safety guidelines are followed.
• Process kitchen deliveries ensuring correct storage.
• Accept any reasonable request from the Home Manager.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Caring nature

Positive attitude

Understanding of Health and Safety

Infection Control knowledge

COSHH compliance

Job description

KitchenAssistant (Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday) –Cheshunt, Hertfordshire

Location: Kingfisher Nursing Home, Emmanuel Lodge, College Road, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9NQ

Hourly rate: £12.21 per hour, plus 50p p/h weekend enhancement

Hours: 28 hours per week

Shifts: 11:00am to 6:30pm, covering four shifts over seven

Job type: Permanent - Bank opportunities also available

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare!
#CareWithUsAtWestgate

We are looking for a compassionate and caring KitchenAssistant to join our family at Kingfisher Nursing Home. We are looking for individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can‑do attitude and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion and respect. If you want to make a difference to the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.

Why work at Westgate?

• Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on weekends
• Equal pay for young workers who are paid the same as staff aged 25+
• Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shops
• Access to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)
• Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme) and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral!
• Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g.Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team building social events
• Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
• Access to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity
• Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development

About the role:

• Support in the Kitchen with the preparation of meals
• Assist in washing crockery, cutlery, cooking and serving utensils and kitchen equipment
• Maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas in accordance with COSHH regulations
• Ensuring that all health and safety guidelines are strictly followed
• Carry out any reasonable request or instruction from the Home Manager or Head Chef
• Accept and process kitchen deliveries, ensuring correct storage and inventory rotation

About you:

• The right to live and work in the UK
• Previous experience of working in a similar position is essential to be successful
• Previous experience in a care home environment is ideal, however candidates with a hotel/restaurant background are also encouraged to apply
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work in a team, a caring nature and a positive attitude
• An understanding of Health and Safety, Infection Control and COSHH

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications, therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.