Kitchen Assistant (Day)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will play a vital part in food preparation and catering within a care home environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. You will maintain kitchen cleanliness and assist chefs in serving meals, making a positive impact on residents' lives. The organization offers a competitive salary package along with various benefits, including health support and flexible working patterns, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to contribute to quality care. If you have a passion for helping others and thrive in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Simply Health – company funded

Early Pay – Access to earned pay

Benefits platform – discounts

Exclusive discount on Tastecard

Free criminal record checks

Pension Scheme with Nest

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Training support and development opportunities

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and catering is essential.
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage pressure are required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and assist chefs with food preparation.
• Act as a link between the kitchen and residents, ensuring quality service.

Skills

Food Preparation

Catering

Health and Safety Regulations

Communication Skills

Ability to Manage Pressure

Organisational Skills

Job description

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 24/7 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 effectively at all levels.
• Acting as the link between the main kitchen and our residents.
• Assisting the chefs to plate meals, prepare food trolleys and ensure all preparation areas are kept clean and tidy.
• Genuine interest in working in a care home environment.
• Previous experience working in a Care Home environment is desirable but not essential.
• A committed and organised approach.
• A confident communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible to work shifts.

If you would like to use your experience and people skills in an organisation that provides the best quality care you’d expect for your loved ones, then MMCG is a rewarding place to be.