Kitchen Assistant - Jasmine Court Care Home – Jasmine Court

Rushcliffe Care Group; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Rushcliffe Care Group is seeking a Kitchen Assistant for Jasmine Court Care Home in Loughborough. This part-time role involves supporting the catering team to provide nutritious meals in a caring environment. Ideal candidates possess kitchen experience, a commitment to hygiene standards, and a compassionate approach to service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment.
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in meal preparation and cooking under supervision.
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Serving meals to residents and ensuring dietary needs are met.

Skills

Food hygiene standards

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Compassionate approach

Education

Experience in kitchen/catering environment

Job description

Kitchen Assistant - Jasmine Court Care Home – Jasmine Court

Loughborough

Posted 13 day ago

30.00

Part Time, Perm

Rushcliffe Care Group is a leading provider of high-quality residential and nursing care services. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care to our service users, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being.

About Us

At Rushcliffe Care Group, we pride ourselves on our compassionate approach to care. Our team of professionals is dedicated to creating a nurturing environment for our service users, providing personalised care that meets their individual needs. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, we invest in our staff and facilities to ensure we maintain the highest standards of care and service.

The Role

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be an integral part of our catering team, helping to ensure that our service users receive nutritious and appetising meals. You will assist in the preparation of meals, maintain cleanliness in the kitchen, and support the overall operation of the catering service.

Typical tasks include:

• Assisting in the preparation of meals, including basic food preparation and cooking under the supervision of the Head Chef.
• Ensuring that all food is prepared and presented to a high standard, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Assisting with the serving of meals to service users, ensuring that dietary requirements are met.
• Maintaining a clean and organised kitchen environment, including washing dishes, cleaning surfaces, and disposing of waste appropriately.
• Helping to manage kitchen supplies, including receiving deliveries and storing food items correctly.
• Following all hygiene and food safety standards, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.
• Assisting with the cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Supporting the catering team with any other tasks as needed to ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen.

We are looking for a part time member of staff to join our team, the kitchen operates from 7.30am until 7.00pm. We have a variety of shifts available for the right candidate.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

• Previous experience working in a kitchen or catering environment, preferably within a healthcare or care home setting.
• A basic understanding of food hygiene and safety standards, with a commitment to maintaining high levels of cleanliness.
• The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, with good time management skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work well as part of a team.
• A compassionate and service user centred approach, with a commitment to supporting the well-being of our service users.
• Flexibility to assist with various kitchen tasks as needed, demonstrating a proactive and helpful attitude.

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is covered by Rushcliffe Care.

Experience in the care or catering sector is not necessary, those with or without are all trained by our highly knowledgeable trainers.

You will be joining Rushcliffe Care, a company with over 30 years of experience in offering the highest levels of care to our most vulnerable in society.

Our core values; Reputable Care, Respect and Compassion, Robust Communication and Real Commitment are at the heart of everything we do.

Start making a difference with you career today.

For additional information regarding this role contact the HR Team on 01509 219 605