Kitchen Assistant (Bank)

Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking care organization as a Kitchen Assistant, where you will play a vital role in ensuring high-quality food service for residents. This position offers a chance to make a difference in a care home environment, providing essential support to chefs and maintaining cleanliness in the kitchen. With competitive benefits and a commitment to employee wellbeing, this role is ideal for those passionate about working in a caring and supportive atmosphere. If you're organized, a confident communicator, and enjoy working in a team, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Simply Health

Early Pay

Benefits platform

Exclusive Tastecard discount

Free criminal record checks

Pension Scheme

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Training support

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and catering.
• Ability to manage pressure and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen cleaning schedules and hygiene standards.
• Assist chefs with meal preparation and plating.

Skills

Food Preparation

Catering

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Job description

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant

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.

Responsibilities:

1. Experience in food preparation and catering in accordance with Health and Safety and Food Standards regulations.
2. Monitor and maintain kitchen cleaning schedules, ensuring all areas are immaculately clean, including washing up crockery and utensils when required.

Why Join Us?

"Become a Key Worker and Make a Difference"

In return, 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, 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.
• Exclusive Tastecard discount – dine out with up to 50% off the 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 colleagues below the National Living Wage.

About You:

• Ability to manage pressure, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Act as a link between the main kitchen and residents.
• Assist chefs with plating meals, preparing food trolleys, and maintaining cleanliness of preparation areas.
• 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 wish to use your experience and people skills in an organization that provides the highest quality care, MMCG is a rewarding place to work.