Kitchen Assistant based at Chapel Fields, Frodsham

MHA; Ovingdean; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

DBS checks and uniforms

Flexible annual leave options

Employee wellbeing support

Job summary

MHA is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant for Chapel Fields care home in Frodsham. You will support the Cook with food preparation, meals service and kitchen hygiene, contributing to a clean, safe kitchen environment while upholding residents’ dietary needs and MHA values.

Role focuses on assisting with food prep, serving meals, maintaining safety standards, and assisting with laundry tasks. DBS checks are part of the role, with full training provided.

Qualifications

• Basic food hygiene certificate is essential.
• Experience in basic food preparation is desirable.
• Strong communication and listening skills are required.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Flexible, caring approach with residents' needs in mind.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.
• QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable but training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cook with food preparation, serving meals and washing up.
• Keep kitchen areas clean and tidy according to schedules and Food Safety Manual.
• Dispose of waste safely and hygienically.
• Ensure supplies of cleaning and washing materials are available.
• Assist with laundry tasks for kitchen linen.
• Follow COSHH, food hygiene, health & safety, and infection prevention rules.
• Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and choice.
• Attend training, supervision, appraisals and staff meetings as required.

Skills

Basic food hygiene certificate

Basic food preparation

Good communication

Ability to follow instructions

Flexible approach

Sensitivity to older people

Willingness to undertake training

DBS Update Service willingness

Education

QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care (desirable)

Job description

Kitchen Assistant based at Chapel Fields, Frodsham

Location: Chapel Fields, Frodsham
Hours: 20 hours per week
Salary: £13.45 per hour

For this role, we are currently considering candidates who live within approximately 15 miles of the Service. This ensures commutes are manageable and support your wellbeing and work-life balance. If you live outside this area but would still find the commute manageable, please get in touch – we are happy to review individual circumstances.

About the role

We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team at MHA. This is a valued role, supporting the Cook to deliver nutritious, well-presented meals that meet residents’ dietary needs while helping to maintain a clean, safe and welcoming kitchen environment.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play an important part in supporting residents’ health and wellbeing, working in line with food safety standards and MHA’s values of care, respect and dignity.

What you will do

• Support the Cook with food preparation, serving meals, washing up and storing crockery and utensils safely.
• Keep all areas of the kitchen clean and tidy in line with cleaning schedules and the Food Safety Manual.
• Dispose of waste food safely and hygienically.
• Ensure adequate supplies of cleaning and washing-up materials are available.
• Assist with laundry tasks for kitchen linen.
• Follow COSHH, food hygiene, health & safety and infection prevention requirements at all times.
• Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and choice.
• Attend training, supervision, appraisals and staff meetings as required.

About you

We are looking for someone who is dependable, caring and enjoys working as part of a team.

You will bring:

• A basic food hygiene certificate (essential).
• Previous experience of basic food preparation (desirable).
• Good communication and listening skills.
• The ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively.
• A positive, flexible approach to work.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a commitment to quality service.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.
• A QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

You will be joining an organisation with strong values and a supportive culture, where every role contributes to helping people live later life well. At MHA, catering teams play a vital part in residents’ daily enjoyment and wellbeing.

Rewards and benefits

In addition to a competitive hourly rate, you will enjoy:

• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays) and an option to buy annual leave (pro-rota for part time)
• A strong pension scheme and life assurance
• Free DBS checks and uniforms
• Confidential counselling, chaplaincy support and access to our hardship fund
• Flexible options to buy or sell annual leave, plus family-friendly policies
• Discounts through the Blue Light Card, Health Service Discounts and the Vivup app
• A full induction, ongoing training and development opportunities
• Long service awards to celebrate your contribution

About the Service

Chapel Fields care home in Frodsham

Chapel Fields is a caring and values-driven home where colleagues work as one team to support residents with compassion and dignity. The home’s calm setting and focus on specialist dementia care provide a rewarding environment for colleagues who want to build confidence and develop their skills.

The culture is warm, inclusive and shaped by MHA’s charitable foundations, encouraging collaboration, empathy and a shared commitment to helping residents live well. New colleagues quickly feel part of a supportive community that values their contribution.

For those seeking purposeful work and a positive team environment, Chapel Fields offers a fulfilling place to grow and thrive.

For more information about the home, please click here

Where the role requires a Standard or Enhanced DBS check, the successful candidate will be required to join and maintain membership of the DBS Update Service. MHA will pay for the DBS check and will provide an additional payment through payroll equivalent to the standard annual Update Service subscription fee. Further details will be provided during onboarding.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Recruitment Team.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

MHA are fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values: respect, nurture and inspire. In addition, as a committed employer we have been awarded level 2 under the Disability Confident Scheme.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the closing date and if a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early.

Recruitment agencies: please note, MHA do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies, regardless of whether they are on our Preferred Supplier List (PSL). We only accept CVs from agencies that have been appointed and briefed by MHA’s Talent Acquisition Team.