Kitchen Assistant

St Mary's Care Homes; York and North Yorkshire; Presencial; GBP 18.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Ongoing training and development

Career progression opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Recognition and reward initiatives

Descripción de la vacante

Acomb Manor, part of St Mary's Care Homes, seeks a Kitchen Assistant to join the founding catering team in York. You will support meal prep, assist the Chef, and help maintain high kitchen standards in a luxury care home setting.

We value a positive, hardworking attitude, teamwork, clear communication, and a caring approach to older people. Competitive salary, ongoing training, and progression opportunities are offered as part of a supportive team.

Formación

• Previous experience in catering, hospitality or food preparation is desirable.
• Positive and hardworking attitude.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.
• Good communication skills.
• An appreciation of high standards and attention to detail.
• A caring and respectful approach towards older people.

Responsabilidades

• Support meal preparation by assisting the Chef with nutritious, fresh and appealing meals.
• Deliver excellent service by serving meals efficiently while respecting dietary needs.
• Keep standards high by maintaining exceptional cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
• Manage deliveries and stock by receiving deliveries, storing food correctly and rotating stock.
• Promote food safety by following food hygiene, HACCP, COSHH and health & safety rules.
• Work as one team by supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive home environment.

Conocimientos

Catering/hospitality experience

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Caring toward older people

Descripción del empleo

BOWBURN MANOR

Kitchen Assistant

Every Great Kitchen Needs More Than Great Food. It Needs Great People.

Location: Acomb Manor York
Hours: Full Time / Part Time Available
Contract: Permanent (with every other weekend off)
Salary: Competitive

Help Us Serve More Than Just Meals

Acomb Manor is an exciting new luxury care home preparing to open its doors in York.

As part of the St Mary's Care Group, we're creating a home where residents enjoy exceptional care, meaningful connections and memorable dining experiences.

We're looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our founding team and help create a kitchen culture built on teamwork, kindness and excellence.

Because when residents gather around the table, it's about much more than food.

It's about conversation.

Friendship.

Favourite family recipes.

Birthdays.

Celebrations.

Comfort.

And feeling at home.

The Role

As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll be an important part of the catering team, helping ensure residents receive high-quality meals in a safe, clean and welcoming environment.

You'll support the Chef, maintain excellent kitchen standards and contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.

Every task you undertake, from food preparation to maintaining cleanliness, helps enhance the experience of our residents.

What You'll Do

Support Meal Preparation

Assist the Chef with preparing ingredients and meals that are nutritious, fresh and appealing.

Deliver Excellent Service

Help ensure meals are served efficiently and thoughtfully while respecting individual choices and dietary needs.

Keep Standards High

Maintain exceptional cleanliness throughout the kitchen and dining areas.

Manage Deliveries and Stock

Receive deliveries, store food correctly and support effective stock rotation procedures.

Promote Food Safety

Operate safely and follow all food hygiene, HACCP, COSHH and Health & Safety requirements.

Work as One Team

Support colleagues throughout the home and contribute to creating a positive and friendly environment.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within catering, hospitality or food preparation is desirable.

• A positive and hardworking attitude.

• Ability to work effectively within a team.

• Good communication skills.

• An appreciation of high standards and attention to detail.

• A caring and respectful approach towards older people.

Most importantly, we're looking for someone who takes pride in their work and enjoys helping others.

Why Join Acomb Manor?

Be Here From The Beginning

Help shape the culture and success of a brand-new luxury care home.

Feel Proud of Your Contribution

Your work will directly impact residents' comfort, wellbeing and enjoyment.

Develop Your Skills

Benefit from training, support and development opportunities.

Join a Supportive Team

Work with colleagues who genuinely care about residents and each other.

Benefits Include

• Competitive salary

• Ongoing training and development

• Career progression opportunities

• Supportive leadership team

• Recognition and reward initiatives

Join Our Journey

At Acomb Manor, we're building a home where people feel welcomed, valued and cared for.

If you're ready to play an important role in creating exceptional dining experiences and becoming part of a team that makes a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.