Kitchen Assistant (Bank)

Renaissance Care group; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a Friend Bonus Scheme

Free learning and development

Free uniform & PPE

Opportunities for progression

Continuous training and development to

Access to Blue Light Discount Card

Concert for Carers Membership

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Renaissance Care group is seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to join our Jesmond Care Home team on bank shifts. You will support the kitchen in preparing and serving nutritious meals, catering to residents' dietary needs while upholding high hygiene standards.

Responsibilities include setting up dining areas, maintaining cleanliness, and engaging with residents to promote a hospitable dining experience and seasonal menu ideas.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and teamwork required.
• Basic Food Hygiene certificate holder.
• COSHH and HACCP knowledge preferred.
• Experience in a similar environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and clear dining areas for residents.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety in kitchen and dining areas.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals respecting dietary needs.
• Engage with residents to promote hospitality and menu choices.
• Support development of seasonal menus.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork

COSHH and HACCP knowledge

Education

Basic Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

We are looking for a passionate, creative and caring individual to work within our talented catering team. If you are looking to begin, or continue, your career in health and social care then join us in making a positive difference to the lives of our residents.

We are seeking an experienced Kitchen Assistant (or someone with a background in hospitality) to join our team in Jesmond Care Home for Bank Shifts.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you are an essential member of our catering team, playing a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of our kitchen and enhancing the dining experience for our residents. You will assist in the preparation, and serving of nutritious and healthy meals, working closely with the kitchen team to cater to the preferences and dietary needs of our residents, including those with special dietary requirements.

Your responsibilities will include setting up and clearing dining areas, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, food safety, and hygiene in all kitchen, serving, and dining areas. You'll help keep the kitchen and equipment clean and ensure all safety and hygiene protocols are strictly followed. Additionally, you will engage with residents to build meaningful connections, supporting a hospitality-style approach to catering and helping to develop seasonal menus that promote choice and independence as core elements of their dining experience.

Requirements

To be successful in this role you will need to communicate effectively and work well as part of a team. You will have a good eye for detail and ideally, you will have experience in a similar environment and hold a Basic Food Hygiene certificate. You will have knowledge of the correct use of kitchen equipment as well as COSHH and HACCP regulations.

As well as a competitive rate of pay, we offer all of our employees the following benefits:

• 'Refer a Friend' Bonus Scheme
• Free learning and development
• Free uniform & PPE
• Opportunities for progression
• Continuous training and development to help you achieve your goals
• Access to Blue Light Discount Card
• Concert for Carers Membership
• Free Employee Assistance Programme, providing additional help and advice to support your wellbeing, physical and mental health inside and outside the workplace.