Kitchen Assistant (Bank)

TN United Kingdom; Bicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care home as a Kitchen Assistant, where you'll play a vital role in food preparation and catering while adhering to health and safety regulations. You'll ensure cleanliness in the kitchen and assist chefs in meal preparation, all while working in a supportive environment that values your contribution. Enjoy various benefits, including health support and training opportunities.

Benefits

Simply Health

Early Pay

Benefits platform

Discount on Tastecard

Free criminal record checks

Pension Scheme with Nest

Cycle to work scheme

Service recognition

Training support and development opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Care Home is desirable but not essential.
• Confident communicator with excellent verbal and written skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs in plating meals and preparing food trolleys.
• Monitor and maintain kitchen cleaning schedules.
• Act as the link between the main kitchen and residents.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Pressure Management

Job description

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We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the UK and live within a commutable distance to the job location.

Job Role: Kitchen Assistant

You will be experienced in food preparation and catering, following Health and Safety and Food Standard regulations. You will monitor and maintain kitchen cleaning schedules, ensuring all areas are immaculately clean, including washing up crockery and utensils when required.

"Become a Key worker and make a difference"

Benefits:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical, and dental costs, 24/7 virtual GP access, and more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality, etc.
• An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off the total food bill
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleagues below the National Living Wage.

About You:

• Ability to manage pressure, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Act as the link between the main kitchen and residents.
• Assist chefs in plating meals, preparing food trolleys, and keeping all preparation areas clean and tidy.
• Genuine interest in working in a care home environment.
• Previous experience in a Care Home is desirable but not essential.
• Organized and committed approach.
• Confident communicator with excellent verbal and written skills.
• Flexible to work shifts.

If you want to use your experience and people skills in an organization that provides the best quality care, MMCG is a rewarding place to be.