Kitchen Assistant - Bank

St Philips Care; Alness; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured

Employee Assistance Program

Paid induction

Shadow shifts

Flexible shifts

Rewards scheme

Refer a friend £100 bonus

Pension option

Career progression

Job summary

St Philip's Care is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the cook and provide high-quality meals for residents. You will join a dedicated team focused on outstanding care and adherence to policies and COSHH guidelines.

The role includes helping with meal prep, dining room setup, and maintaining hygiene across kitchen operations. We offer training, induction, and opportunities to grow within the St Philip’s Care family across the UK, with flexible shifts to fit around your life and a supportive

Qualifications

• Experience in basic food preparation and serving.
• Strong hygiene practices and cleanliness.
• Understanding of COSHH and safe working procedures.
• Willingness to participate in training and follow policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and serving of meals and beverages.
• Prepare dining area for service and clear tables after meals.
• Maintain high hygiene standards throughout kitchen and dining areas.
• Follow home policies and use resources effectively.
• Report issues to Cook or Care Centre Manager.

Skills

Food prep

Hygiene & safety

COSHH awareness

Meal service

Team player

Job description

We are recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant to join our established and friendly team to support the cook and provide the highest quality meals for our residents.

You will be joining St Philip's Care we are dedicated to providing outstanding care to our clients which is why we have been named 'The most outstanding care group in the UK' and ‘The most improved Dementia Care Group in the UK’ by the UK Over 50s Housing Awards.

As a Kitchen Assistant you will be responsible for:

• To accept reasonable duties as delegated by the Cook/Assistant Cook
• To assist with the preparation and serving of meals and beverages as required.
• To prepare the dining room for the serving of meals.
• To clear tables and ensure all crockery and cutlery are washed put away.
• To work in accordance with the homes policies.
• To carry out kitchen duties ensuring a high standard of hygiene at all times. To use resources effectively.
• Report any issues or matters raised by service users concerning catering to the Cook or Care Centre Manager
• Abide and understand policies and procedures
• Attend mandatory and in house training as required
• Understand COSHH issues
• Maintain cleanliness and records as required

To accept reasonable duties as delegated by the Cook/Assistant Cook To assist with the preparation and serving of meals and beverages as required. To prepare the dining room for the serving of meals. To clear tables and ensure all crockery and cutlery are washed put away. To work in accordance with the homes policies. To carry out kitchen duties ensuring a high standard of hygiene at all times. To use resources effectively. Report any issues or matters raised by service users concerning catering to the Cook or Care Centre Manager Abide and understand policies and procedures Attend mandatory and in house training as required Understand COSHH issues Maintain cleanliness and records as required

Benefits of working with the St Philips Family

• Health Assured Free Support -Employee Assistance Program to support with physical, mental and financial issues
• A supportive, inclusive, friendly working environment
• The opportunity to progress and gain further qualifications “learn while you earn!”
• Full training given
• Paid induction and shadow shifts
• Flexible opportunities to fit around your life
• Rewards scheme for all staff
• Refer a friend bonus scheme worth £100.00
• To be part of the St Philip’s Care family across the UK
• The chance to change lives
• Option to join the people pension if not automatically enrolled.
• To accept reasonable duties as delegated by the Cook/Assistant Cook To assist with the preparation and serving of meals and beverages as required. To prepare the dining room for the serving of meals. To clear tables and ensure all crockery and cutlery are washed put away. To work in accordance with the homes policies. To carry out kitchen duties ensuring a high standard of hygiene at all times. To use resources effectively. Report any issues or matters raised by service users concerning catering to the Cook or Care Centre Manager Abide and understand policies and procedures Attend mandatory and in house training as required Understand COSHH issues Maintain cleanliness and records as required