Kitchen Assistant — Care & Mealtime Support

Rushcliffe Care Limited; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company events

Company pension

Free parking

On-site parking

Referral programme

Job summary

Rushcliffe Care Group in Port Talbot is hiring a Kitchen Assistant to support the preparation, cooking and service of meals in a care setting. You will work as part of a team, handle basic food prep (salads, sandwiches, vegetables) and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen to high hygiene standards.

You’ll contribute to a positive mealtime experience for residents, with shifts totaling 30 hours per week and DBS checks covered by the employer.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safe working practices.
• Follow instructions and work as a team.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain cleanliness and safe working environment.
• Communicate clearly and understand role in care setting.

Responsibilities

• Support preparation, cooking and service of meals.
• Assist with basic food preparation (salads, sandwiches, vegetables).
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and dining areas.
• Assist with stock handling and waste minimisation.
• Assist in serving meals with care teams.

Skills

Food hygiene basics

Team player

Reliable

Good communication

Job description

Rushcliffe Care Group in Port Talbot is hiring a Kitchen Assistant to support the preparation, cooking and service of meals in a care setting. You will work as part of a team, handle basic food prep (salads, sandwiches, vegetables) and help maintain a clean, safe kitchen to high hygiene standards.

You’ll contribute to a positive mealtime experience for residents, with shifts totaling 30 hours per week and DBS checks covered by the employer.