Kitchen Assistant - Care Home (Training & Benefits)

Springcare Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Early pay access (Wage Stream)

Blue Light Card discounts

Fully funded training & qualifications

Refer a friend bonus

Counselling & wellbeing support

Family friendly policies

Smooth recruitment process

Job summary

Springcare Ltd is seeking an enthusiastic and committed team member to join our kitchen team. We are a family run group of Residential and Nursing homes in Shropshire, Cheshire and The Wirral, offering a supportive work culture and opportunities for training and career progression.

The role involves assisting with meal preparation and service, ensuring hygiene standards, and supporting the head cook to meet residents’ dietary needs.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is beneficial but training will be provided.
• Two written references are required.
• DBS check may be required depending on role and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and serving of hot and cold meals.
• Help the head cook to ensure food is prepared in line with food hygiene regulations.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and equipment to meet hygiene standards.
• Record food supplies and freezer/fridge temperatures under the guidance of the head cook.
• Consider residents' dietary preferences and requirements.

Skills

Team player

Excellent communication

Positive attitude

Education

Food hygiene certificate

Job description

Springcare Ltd is seeking an enthusiastic and committed team member to join our kitchen team. We are a family run group of Residential and Nursing homes in Shropshire, Cheshire and The Wirral, offering a supportive work culture and opportunities for training and career progression.

The role involves assisting with meal preparation and service, ensuring hygiene standards, and supporting the head cook to meet residents’ dietary needs.