Kitchen Assistant (Bank)

Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home organization in Leeds is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to assist with food preparation and maintain kitchen hygiene. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and a genuine interest in supporting residents' needs. This role offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits, including health support and flexible work patterns.

Benefits

Health cashback plan

Early pay access

Benefits platform with discounts

Discounted dining with Tastecard

Free criminal record checks

Pension scheme

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Training support

Wellbeing support

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience with food preparation and catering according to regulations.
• Ability to maintain kitchen cleaning schedules.
• Genuine interest in working in a care home environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs to plate meals and prepare food trolleys.
• Maintain cleanliness in preparation areas and kitchen.
• Act as a link between the main kitchen and residents.

Skills

Effective communication

Ability to manage pressure

Organizational skills

Interest in care home environment

Job description

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

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be experienced with food preparation and catering in accordance with Health and Safety and Food Standard regulations. Monitor and maintain kitchen cleaning schedules ensuring that all areas of the kitchen are immaculately clean; including the washing up of crockery and utensils when required.

"Become a Key worker and make a difference"

In return for all of this you will receive a competitive salary package plus:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/7 virtual GP access plus 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 total food bill
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

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

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage

About You

• Able to demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Acting as the link between the main kitchen and our residents
• Assisting the chefs to plate meals, prepare food trolleys and ensure all preparation areas are kept clean and tidy
• Genuine interest in working in a care home environment.
• Previous experience working in a Care Home environment is desirable but not essential.
• A committed and organised approach.
• A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible to work shifts.

If you would like to use your experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the best quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, then MMCG is a rewarding place to be.