Kitchen Assistant (Day)

Maria Mallaband Care Group; Ayr; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company benefits programme

Nest Pension

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work

Training & development

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Maria Mallaband Care Group is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support food preparation and ensure Health and Safety compliance in our care home. You will assist the chefs, plate meals, and help keep the kitchen clean and well-organised, while liaising with residents and staff.

The role offers flexible working patterns, training opportunities, and benefits designed to support staff wellbeing. Suitable candidates should be able to work within a care home setting and commit to agreed shifts.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage pressure and prioritise tasks
• Effective communication at all levels
• Friendly and professional interaction with residents

Responsibilities

• Assist chefs to plate meals and prepare food trolleys
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and adherence to Health and Safety standards
• Act as a link between main kitchen and residents to ensure timely service
• Support with food preparation and ensure preparation areas are kept orderly
• Communicate effectively with staff and residents to support quality care

Job description

About the Role

We are only able to accept applicants who have the right to work in the uk and live within a commutable distance to the location of the job role.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be experienced with food preparation and catering in accordance with Health and Safety and Food Standard regulations. Monitor and maintain kitchen cleaning schedules ensuring that all areas of the kitchen are immaculately clean; including the washing up of crockery and utensils when required.

"Become a Key worker and make a difference"

In return for all of this you will receive a competitive salary package plus:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical and dental costs 24/1 virtual GP access plus more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – Access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across multiple retailers, leisure providers, hospitality etc.
• An exclusive discount on Tastecard - dine out with up to 50% off total food bill
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training support and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period before they can be accessed.

**Benefit subject to deduction not taking colleague below National Living Wage

About You;

• Able to demonstrate an ability to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effective at all levels.
• Acting as the link between main kitchen and our residents
• Assisting the chefs to plate meals, prepare food trolleys and ensure all preparation areas TOS kept
• Genuine interest in working in a Care Home environment.
• Previous experience working in a Care Home environment is desirable but not essential.
• Committed and organised approach.
• A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible to work shifts.

If you would like your experience people skills in an organisation that provides best quality care you expected for loved ones, then MMCG is a rewarding place split.