Kitchen Assistant - Amherst Court

Avante Care & Support; Chatham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join Avante Care & Support as a Part-Time Kitchen Assistant in Chatham, where you'll engage in food preparation and uphold safety standards while working with seniors. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible hours, and various employee benefits, including free DBS checks and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive pay

FREE DBS check & uniform

Flexible working patterns

Pension contributions

Exclusive staff discounts at 800+ retailers

Training & career progression opportunities

24/7 access to GP & counselling

Employee recognition awards

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Experience with cultural dietary needs is desirable.
• A caring and understanding approach to the needs of older people.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vegetables, fruits, and other food items.
• Assist in laying tables, serving food, and cleaning up after meals.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene and cleanliness.

Skills

Caring approach

Teamwork

Enthusiasm for cooking

Education

City & Guilds or equivalent in catering

Environmental Health Certificate in Food Hygiene

Job description

Job Introduction

Join Our Team as a Kitchen Assistant!

At Avante Care & Support, we’re a dedicated Registered Charity committed to enhancing the lives of over 1,000 older people through our care homes and home care services. As a well-established not-for-profit, we pride ourselves on providing compassionate care and support.

We are looking for a Part-Time Kitchen Assistant to join our team at Amherst Court, our residential care home in Chatham, Kent.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare vegetables, fruits, and other food items.
• Assist in laying tables, serving food, and cleaning up after meals.
• Maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene and cleanliness.
• Ensure food is prepared in safe, sanitary conditions.
• Support in menu planning, ensuring meals are nutritious and tailored to residents' needs.
• Comply with Health and Safety regulations to maintain a safe environment for both staff and residents.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• A caring and understanding approach to the needs of older people.
• Enthusiasm for cooking and working as part of a team.
• Desirable: A City & Guilds or equivalent qualification in catering, experience with cultural dietary needs, or an Environmental Health Certificate in Food Hygiene.
  
  

Why Join Us?

Competitive pay

FREE DBS check & uniform

Flexible working patterns

Pension contributions

Exclusive staff discounts at 800+ retailers

Training & career progression opportunities

24/7 access to GP & counselling

Employee recognition awards

Life Assurance

Ready to make a real impact? Apply today!

Join us to make a real difference in residents' lives. Apply now via our online career's portal.

(All roles subject to Enhanced DBS checks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.)

Please note: If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview.

We regret to inform you that due to the high volumes of applicants, we do not write to candidates who are unsuccessful at the shortlisting stage.

In the meantime, we would like to thank you for the interest you have shown in Avante Care & Support.

Thank you for considering Avante Care & Support! Together, let’s create a caring environment for those who need it most.

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