Kitchen Assistant - Bridge Haven, Canterbury

Avante Care & Support Ltd; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Enhanced pay for Level 2 qualification

Free DBS and uniform

Flexible working

Pension scheme

Training & development

GP and wellbeing support

Staff recognition

Retail discounts

Job summary

Avante Care & Support Ltd is seeking a Relief Kitchen Assistant at Bridge Haven, Canterbury. You will help create nutritious meals and support a warm, welcoming dining experience for residents. This part-time role involves prep, serving meals, maintaining hygiene, and assisting the Cook/Head Chef.

A strong team mindset and commitment to high food safety standards are essential. Environmental Health Certificate in Food Hygiene is essential; City & Guilds qualification desirable.

Qualifications

• Environmental Health Certificate in Food Hygiene is essential.
• Experience in a similar role and City & Guilds qualification desirable.
• Team player with a positive, flexible attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prep fresh ingredients and assist with meal preparation.
• Serve meals and ensure mealtimes are enjoyable for residents.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, safe and hygienic.
• Follow food hygiene, safety and nutritional standards.
• Help plan menus with input from residents.
• Support the Cook/Head Chef in daily tasks.

Skills

Team player

Food hygiene knowledge

Customer service

Education

Environmental Health Certificate in Food Hygiene

City & Guilds qualification

Job description

# Kitchen Assistant - Bridge Haven, Canterbury## Job Introduction******Join Our Caring Team as a Relief Kitchen Assistant!********Locatio****n:** Bridge Haven, Canterbury **Pay:**£12.75 - £12.95 **Hours:**Part Time 27.5 hours per week**Make Every Meal Count!**At Avante Care & Support, mealtimes are about more than food—they’re moments of comfort, connection, and joy. As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll help create delicious, nutritious meals that brighten residents’ days while supporting a warm, welcoming dining experience.**What You’ll Be Doing*** Prep fresh ingredients – fruits, vegetables, and more* Assist with meal preparation and support our Cook/Head Chef* Serve meals and ensure mealtimes are enjoyable for residents* Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, safe, and hygienic* Follow food hygiene, safety, and nutritional standards every day* Help plan menus with input from residents* Ensure high standards of care in line with Avante’s Eden Alternative Philosophy**About You*** Environmental Health Certificate in Food Hygiene (essential)* Team player with a positive, flexible attitude* Experience in a similar role and/or City & Guilds qualification (desirable)* Passion for making meals that bring joy to others**Why People Love Working With Us******Competitive pay******Enhanced rate of pay for Level 2 qualification******Free DBS check and uniform Flexible working arrangements Pension scheme Training and development opportunities 24/7 GP and wellbeing support Staff recognition schemes Discounts at 800+ retailers**Additional Information**All roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Avante Care & Support is an Equal Opportunities Employer.*Due to high application volumes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.***AGENCY NOTICE-****NO AGENCY CVs PLEASE.**