Kitchen Assistant - Part Time

TN United Kingdom; Essex; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join their caring team. This part-time role involves assisting with food preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Located in a serene care home, this position offers an opportunity to contribute to a vibrant community where every resident is treated like family. If you are organized, passionate about food safety, and enjoy working in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare food items and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in food preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and cooking for meal service.
• Ensure cleanliness of kitchen equipment and adherence to safety regulations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Cooking Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Tools

Dish Washing Machine

Job description

Tucked away near Hatfield Peverel, Willowmead Care Home is a serene oasis where up to 60 cherished elders find more than just care—they discover a vibrant community. Whether it's the gentle hum of arts & crafts sessions, the rhythmic beats of dance classes, or the tranquil views from private terraces, Willowmead seamlessly blends personalized care with a rich tapestry of experiences. From the lush gardens to the cozy lounges, every corner whispers a promise: at Willowmead, every day is a journey of joy, connection, and heartwarming memories. Welcome to a place where every resident is family.

We are looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our team on a part-time basis (Monday and Tuesday 7.00am to 18.00pm).

What does the role involve?

1. Assist, as directed, with the preparation of produce for meal time service; this may include cooking of breakfast items, vegetable preparation, and the making of sandwiches.
2. Ensure that all kitchen equipment and kitchen areas are cleaned according to the cleaning schedules. Therefore, you must have the ability to be organised.
3. Ensure statutory and Company Health and Safety Regulations are adhered to.
4. Ensure correct storage of all dry and perishable cook chill goods as soon as possible after receipt and checking.
5. Ensure the correct, safe storage of cleaning materials.
6. Ensure that all crockery, cutlery, and drinking vessels for residents' use are thoroughly cleaned using the main kitchen dish washing machine.
7. Ensure that all pots, pans, cooking utensils, and service counter containers are cleaned to the required standards and correctly stored after cleaning.