Kitchen Assistant - Bank

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Avery Healthcare is seeking a warm, enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant - Bank for Cliftonville Care Home in Northampton to support the catering function and maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen for residents. The ideal candidate will hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, have knowledge of Health and Safety, and demonstrate flexibility to cover shifts.

DBS check and UK eligibility will be required. You will contribute to a respectful, compassionate care environment and help deliver high-quality meals

Qualifications

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate high personal hygiene.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, Moving and Handling, Fire Safety, and COSHH.
• Capable of sustained physical effort and handling demanding workloads.
• Demonstrates initiative and positivity in team settings.
• Cares for and understands residents' needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the catering function in food preparation and maintain a clean kitchen.
• Ensure safe food handling and uphold hygiene standards.
• Assist with supply management and ordering of replacement goods.
• Interact with residents and visitors with dignity and respect.

Skills

Basic Food Hygiene

Health & Safety

Moving & Handling

Fire Safety

COSHH

Team player

Dignity in care

Job description

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant - Bank at Cliftonville Care Home in Northampton.

Main duties of the job

At Avery Healthcare, we prioritize supporting the individuals who care for our residents. Our team's hard work does not go unnoticed. Join us to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives daily with your compassion and dedication. We are committed to providing a nurturing, supportive environment where you can learn and grow throughout your career. Becoming a part of our close-knit team means you'll be immersed in a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Currently, we seek a warm, enthusiastic, and devoted individual for the Kitchen Assistant - Bank position at Cliftonville Care Home in Northampton. As a Kitchen Assistant, your primary focus is to assist the catering function in food preparation and sustain a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals. This ensures that residents receive a high-quality and comprehensive service. Your role also involves understanding safe food handling principles, contributing to team efforts, advising on supplies, and maintaining dignified interactions with residents and their guests.

About us

At Avery, we are not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes; we are a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and we are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for both our residents and our teammates. Our vision of 'creating meaningful lives together' drives us as we provide exceptional care across our expanding network of over 100 homes, building an inspiring and supportive environment where employees feel valued and empowered every single day. Join us to experience why Avery is a preferred choice for both residents and employees. At Avery, the emphasis is on creating a place where people want to be, which complements our overarching goal of providing enriched lives.

Job responsibilities

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant - Bank at Cliftonville Care Home in Northampton.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is tosupportthe catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Understandingthe principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene.
• Contributingfully to team working, responding positively tocolleagues,and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly.
• Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods.
• Actingaccordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate anddemonstrateshigh standardsof personal hygiene.
• Have theknowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Be an efficient worker, capable ofa high levelof sustained physical effort and able torespond to a demandingworkload.
• Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working.
• Exhibit a caring andunderstanding attitude towards the residents.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Job responsibilities

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant - Bank at Cliftonville Care Home in Northampton.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is tosupportthe catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents.

Other responsibilities will include:

• Understandingthe principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene.
• Contributingfully to team working, responding positively tocolleagues,and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly.
• Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods.
• Actingaccordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate anddemonstrateshigh standardsof personal hygiene.
• Have theknowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Be an efficient worker, capable ofa high levelof sustained physical effort and able torespond to a demandingworkload.
• Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working.
• Exhibit a caring andunderstanding attitude towards the residents.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrates high standards of personal hygiene. Knowledge of Health and Safety, including Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety, and COSHH assessments. Efficient in sustaining high levels of physical effort and managing demanding workloads. Demonstrates initiative and positivity in team settings. Cares for and understands residents' needs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.