Kitchen Assistant – Care Home Dining & Resident Care

Athena Care Homes; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care home provider in Peterborough is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality dining experiences for residents. The role involves engagement with residents, maintaining hygiene standards, and assisting in meal service. Candidates should possess good communication skills and ideally have experience in a kitchen environment. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Free Blue Light Card

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a kitchen environment, ideally within a care setting.
• NVQ Level 2 in Food Hygiene is desirable.
• Reliable with excellent communication skills.
• Computer literate, with ability to use Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef in catering services.
• Assist with meal service, ensuring dietary needs are met.
• Engage with residents meaningfully.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

High attention to detail

Experience in a kitchen environment

Computer literacy

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Food Hygiene

Job description

A leading care home provider in Peterborough is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality dining experiences for residents. The role involves engagement with residents, maintaining hygiene standards, and assisting in meal service. Candidates should possess good communication skills and ideally have experience in a kitchen environment. Competitive salary and benefits offered.