Kitchen Assistant (Day)

Maria Mallaband Care Group Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team as a Kitchen Assistant in a care home environment, where your culinary skills and dedication to cleanliness will contribute to the well-being of residents. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a competitive salary and a range of benefits. You'll be responsible for food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and supporting chefs in delivering quality meals. With flexible working patterns and opportunities for training and development, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in a supportive and rewarding atmosphere.

Benefits

Simply Health – company funded

Early Pay access

Discounts across retailers

Exclusive Tastecard discount

Free criminal record checks

Pension Scheme with Nest

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and catering.
• Ability to manage pressure and prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen and preparation areas.
• Assist chefs with meal plating and food trolley preparation.

Skills

Food Preparation

Health and Safety Regulations

Effective Communication

Time Management

Job description

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant

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

Role Overview:

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will have experience with food preparation and catering, adhering to Health and Safety and Food Standard regulations. Your responsibilities will include monitoring and maintaining kitchen cleaning schedules to ensure all areas are immaculately clean, including washing up crockery and utensils when required.

Join Us and Make a Difference:

In return, you will receive a competitive salary package and benefits such as:

• Simply Health – company funded, providing cashback for prescriptions, optical, dental costs, 24/7 virtual GP access, and more for you and up to 4 children*
• Early Pay – access to earned pay prior to payday
• Benefits platform – discounts across retailers, leisure, hospitality, and more
• Exclusive Tastecard discount – up to 50% off dining out
• Free criminal record checks
• Pension Scheme with Nest
• Flexible working patterns
• Cycle to Work scheme**
• Service recognition
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Wellbeing support
• Discounted gym membership

*Benefits require completion of a 12-week probationary period.

**Benefit subject to deductions not bringing colleagues below the National Living Wage.

About You:

• Ability to manage pressure, prioritize tasks, and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Acting as a link between the main kitchen and residents.
• Assisting chefs with meal plating, food trolley preparation, and maintaining cleanliness of preparation areas.
• Genuine interest in working in a care home environment.
• Previous experience in a care home is desirable but not essential.
• Organized and committed approach.
• Confident communicator with excellent verbal and written skills.
• Flexible to work shifts.

If you want to use your experience and people skills to provide exceptional care, MMCG is a rewarding place to work.