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Kitchen Assistant - Agency
TN United Kingdom
Darlington
On-site
GBP 10,000 - 40,000
Full time
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Job summary
An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join their team in a rewarding role supporting care home residents. This position involves assisting chefs in preparing and serving high-quality meals while ensuring the kitchen meets hygiene and safety standards. Ideal candidates will possess a Food Hygiene Certificate and have a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly in a fast-paced environment. Join a compassionate team committed to providing nutritious meals and enhancing the lives of residents through quality food service.
Qualifications
- Experience in kitchen settings, preferably in care home or hospitality.
- Understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations.
Responsibilities
- Assist in preparing and serving nutritious meals for residents.
- Maintain kitchen cleanliness and adhere to food safety standards.
Skills
Education
Job description
Are you a dedicated and hardworking Kitchen Assistant looking for an opportunity to support care home residents with nutritious meals?
GHS CARE is seeking passionate Kitchen Assistants to work alongside chefs in care home settings, ensuring high standards of food preparation, hygiene, and service.
Location: Darlington, Durham
Hourly Rate: £12.45 - £18.68
- Assist in the preparation and serving of high-quality, nutritious meals for residents.
- Support the chef with food preparation, chopping ingredients, and cooking tasks.
- Ensure kitchen cleanliness and hygiene, maintaining food safety standards at all times.
- Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment while keeping the kitchen organized.
- Help with stock rotation and monitoring food supplies to minimize waste.
- Follow all health and safety procedures, including food hygiene regulations.
- Work collaboratively with care home staff to accommodate dietary needs.
- Previous experience working in a kitchen setting (care home, healthcare, or hospitality preferred but not essential).
- Must have the right to work (RTW) in the UK; unfortunately, we do not offer sponsorship.
- A basic understanding of food hygiene, safety, and dietary requirements.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take direction from the chef.
- Flexible and reliable, with the ability to cover shifts at short notice.
- A positive attitude and strong teamwork skills.
- Strong communication skills.
- Food Hygiene Certificate (minimum Level 2) - Essential
- Food Allergens Training - Essential
- Health & Safety Awareness - Preferred
- Driving License - Preferred
- NVQ Level 2 Catering or Food Preparation - Essential
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) - Essential
Flexible shifts available: Weekdays/Weekends, Day/Night shifts.
How to Apply: If you are a motivated Kitchen Assistant looking for a rewarding role, we would love to hear from you!
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