Kitchen Assistant — Nourish Residents with Compassion

Kingsley Healthcare; Hempstead; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsley Healthcare is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our care home team in Hempstead. You will ensure that all food preparation and catering comply with Health and Safety and Food Standards regulations, while keeping the kitchen immaculately clean.

You will report to the Home Manager/Deputy Manager/Chef and work with a caring team to deliver high-quality meals to residents. Good food hygiene knowledge and effective teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices.
• Effective communication with team and residents.
• Ability to work well as part of a team and learn new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food preparation and catering adheres to Health and Safety and Food Standards regulations.
• Maintain kitchen cleaning schedules and ensure cleanliness of all kitchen areas.
• Assist with washing up crockery and utensils when required.
• Report to Home Manager/Deputy Manager/Chef.

Skills

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Communication

Willingness to learn

Working under pressure

Job description

Kingsley Healthcare is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our care home team in Hempstead. You will ensure that all food preparation and catering comply with Health and Safety and Food Standards regulations, while keeping the kitchen immaculately clean.

You will report to the Home Manager/Deputy Manager/Chef and work with a caring team to deliver high-quality meals to residents. Good food hygiene knowledge and effective teamwork are essential.