Kitchen Assistant - Osbern Manor-Catering

Oakland Care; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading care provider as a Kitchen Assistant, where you'll ensure the highest hygiene standards while preparing and serving meals. Enjoy full training opportunities and a range of benefits, including enhanced annual leave and free meals during shifts. Be part of a family-oriented environment focused on exceptional care!

Benefits

1 free meal per shift

Enhanced Bank Holiday pay

Increased Annual Leave entitlement

Cycle to Work scheme

Milestone Birthdays

Company sick pay

Refer a Friend Scheme

Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen experience preferred.
• Passion for food and desire to learn.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Ensure food preparation and service areas are clean and hygienic.
• Assist with preparation and serving of meals and refreshments.
• Work both individually and as part of a team.

Skills

Hygiene

Job description

Previous kitchen experience is preferred, but not required - we provide comprehensive training to help you excel in your new role. If you have a passion for food and a desire to learn, apply now and embark on a rewarding career with us!

We offer some excellent rewards & benefits including:

• We offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.
• Enhanced Bank Holiday pay.
• Increased Annual Leave entitlement. Team members who work with us for 3 years or more get extra annual leave.
• Cycle to Work scheme – save money on commuting costs and improve your health.
• Milestone Birthdays - get an EXTRA day off to celebrate that special birthday.
• Company sick pay, which is over and above statutory entitlement (subject to length of service).
• Refer a Friend Scheme for successful referrals for all permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).
• Recognition and staff appreciation initiatives.
• Long service awards.

And much more……….

Location: Osbern Manor, 26-28 Hoath Lane, Wigmore, Gillingham, Kent ME8 0SW

Hours: 40 hours per week

Pay: £12.60 per hour

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Shift: Days OR Nights

How could you make a difference as a Kitchen Assistant with us:

Hygiene and cleanliness are crucial, and you will contribute by ensuring that food preparation and service areas, tools, and utensils are clean and hygienic at all times. Working individually and as part of a team, you'll also be very visible to our residents by assisting with the preparation and serving of meals and refreshments.

We offer comprehensive learning and development opportunities and welcome candidates with a variety of experiences.

What do you need to succeed:

Previous experience of working within a busy kitchen environment is an advantage; however, we also offer comprehensive training to help you succeed in your new role.

“Our mission” is to provide exceptional homes for people to live, love, and be loved, where everyone is part of our Family.

• Family
• Integrity
• Respect
• Exceptional
• Sustainable

Apply now

If you’re ready to start your journey and make a difference, don’t delay—apply today!