Kitchen Assistant (Day)

Maria Mallaband; Reading; Presencial; GBP 12.000 - 15.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Simply Health – company funded

Early Pay – Access to earned pay

Discounts platform – retailer & more

Tastecard discount

Free criminal record checks

Nest Pension

Flexible working patterns

Cycle to work scheme

Service recognition

Training & development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Wellbeing support

Discounted gym membership

Descripción de la vacante

Maria Mallaband is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support food preparation and maintain high Health and Safety standards within a care home setting. You will liaise between the main kitchen and residents, plate meals, and keep prep areas clean while upholding strict cleanliness protocols.

The role requires the ability to work under pressure, effective communication, and a genuine interest in care home work. Flexible shifts are available to fit the needs of the residents.

Formación

• Able to manage pressure, prioritise tasks and communicate effectively at all levels.
• Acting as the link between the main kitchen and residents.
• Assisting chefs to plate meals, prepare food trolleys and keep prep areas clean.
• Genuine interest in working in a care home environment.
• Flexible to work shifts.
• Previous care home experience is desirable but not essential.

Responsabilidades

• Assist the chefs to plate meals, prepare food trolleys and ensure preparation areas are kept clean and tidy.
• Support kitchen operations and maintain Health and Safety standards.
• Liaise between main kitchen and residents.

Conocimientos

Food prep & kitchen support

Communication skills

Flexibility

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Descripción del empleo

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 24/7 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.