Kitchen Assistant Kitchen Assistant

HC-One Ltd.; Swansea; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care company in the UK is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support meal preparation and deliver high-quality care through food. Responsibilities include assisting meal prep, serving meals, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Candidates should have kitchen experience, strong organizational skills, and a passion for helping others. The role offers an hourly rate between £12.27 to £12.77, training, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Colleague discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Referral scheme

Qualifications

• Kitchen experience and passion for helping others required.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation under the direction of the Chef.
• Serve meals with warmth and respect in a timely manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

A keen eye for detail

Ability to follow recipes

Patience and respect

Knowledge of safeguarding

Comfortable with technology

Education

NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation

Job description

As a Kitchen Assistant, you'\'ll play an essential role in delivering high‑quality care through food. You'\'ll help prepare and serve nutritious, well‑balanced meals that support the health and wellbeing of our residents, many of whom have specific dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with meal preparation under the direction of the Chef or Cook
• Serving meals with warmth and respect in a timely and friendly manner
• Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, including equipment and surfaces
• Monitoring and recording food storage temperatures (fridges, freezers, etc.)
• Supporting stock rotation and ensuring ingredients are properly stored
• Showing new team members how to safely use kitchen equipment
• Washing up and ensuring the kitchen remains spotless – even after a busy lunch rush

Everything you do will reflect your care for the residents, always keeping their comfort and dignity front of mind. We provide full training, so this is a great opportunity to learn something new.

Qualifications

We\'re looking for someone with some kitchen experience and a real passion for helping others. You'\'ll need either an NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation, or a willingness to work towards it.

• Strong organisational skills
• A keen eye for detail
• The ability to follow recipes and record information accurately
• Patience, respect, and genuine kindness when interacting with residents and co‑workers
• Knowledge of safeguarding – the ability to recognise signs of possible abuse, harm or neglect and know what to do if concerns arise
• Willingness to attend safeguarding training appropriate to your role and undertake additional training in associated areas
• Ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken
• Comfortable with technology, or open to learning (digital care planning)

Key Attributes – Kindness the HC‑One Way

• We are curious – asking questions, seeking to understand
• We are compassionate – walking in the shoes of others
• We are creative – finding practical ways to make things happen
• We are courageous – supporting residents to live the life they choose
• We are dependable – people can always count on us

Location & Compensation

Location: Morriston (St Martin’s Court). Department: Catering. Job Family: Home Support Services.

• Hourly rate £12.27 to £12.77 (subject to experience and qualifications)
• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Free uniform
• Nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream – flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award‑winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications
• GP online – around‑the‑clock GP consultation via an interactive app (available to you and your children under 16)
• Colleague discounts – access to over 1600 high‑street discounts
• Wellbeing – free independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme (24/7, 365)
• Recognition schemes such as "Kindness in Care" and Long Service Awards
• Referral scheme up to £1,000 per referral, depending on the role

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcomed and inclusive working practices are prioritised across everything we do.

We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer we aim for the quickest possible turnaround, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development and postgraduate programmes, HC-One will invest in your growth, opening up opportunities at regional and national levels.