Kitchen Assistant

Notarohomes; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A friendly and experienced kitchen team is seeking an enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join them in preparing nutritious meals for residents. This role involves food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and assisting with kitchen duties. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a passion for teamwork. Working in a compassionate environment, you will be part of a team that values kindness, respect, and collaboration. If you're ready to contribute positively to the lives of others while developing your skills in a supportive setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and training

Diploma in Health and Social Care opportunities

Access to Concerts for Carers

Company pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role and good communication skills are essential.
• Experience in a care home environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Cook in preparing and serving light, nutritious meals.
• Maintain hygiene standards and cleanliness in the kitchen.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Food Preparation

Hygiene Practices

Education

Diploma in Health and Social Care

Job description

Location: Clarence Park, Weston-super-Mare

Salary: Starting at £11.45 per hour (+ £2 per hour overtime)

THE ROLE

Clarence Park are recruiting for an enthusiastic and hard-working Kitchen Assistant to join their friendly and experienced kitchen team. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will assist the Cook in preparing and serving light, nutritious meals for the people who live at the home and ensure all hygiene regulations and practices are adhered to.

Duties include:

• Simple preparation of food and cooking where needed
• General kitchen duties such as washing up and organising the food store and refrigeration storage, including stock rotation
• Cleaning of designated areas, ensuring they are hygienic, and records are maintained
• Helping with deliveries and checking for errors

THE REWARDS

• Comprehensive induction and training
• Diploma in Health and Social Care opportunities
• Access to Concerts for Carers
• Competitive rates of pay
• Company pension scheme

THE RIGHT PERSON

• Will have experience in a similar role, good communication skills, and be a team player
• Experience of working in a care home environment would be advantageous

Our company values are at the heart of what we do. We are searching for someone who shares our values too:

• Working with compassion and positivity
• Showing patience and understanding
• Being kind and respectful
• Working together
• Displaying openness and honesty

To apply for the role of Kitchen Assistant, please click 'APPLY NOW'.

Please see our job description for further details. For any questions or additional information; please contact the Recruitment Team - [e-mail], 01934 422822.

Due to the immediate nature of this role, interviews will be held for the position once suitable candidates have been shortlisted. If a successful candidate has been identified prior to the closing date, no further applications will be accepted, and the advertisement may be closed early.