Kitchen Assistant – part time

Randolph Hill Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Randolph Hill Group is seeking a Care Kitchen Assistant to support the cook in meal preparation and maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen within our nursing home. The role involves handling crockery, equipment, and ensuring a safe, clutter-free environment.

Hours are 30 per week with a positive work-life balance and a no late-night policy; sponsorship is not offered for care assistant roles. Commitment to teamwork and respectful conduct is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the cook in preparation of meals on request.
• Wash, sterilise and store crockery, cutlery and equipment.
• Maintain hygienic kitchen conditions and keep surfaces clean.
• Adhere to kitchen cleaning schedules and health and safety policies.
• Wear uniform and protective clothing as directed.
• Assist residents at mealtimes if required.
• Report any breakages, misuse of company property or stock.

Job description

** Please note this post offers fantastic working hours with no late night working allowing for a more positive work/life balance than elsewhere in the hospitality sector**

Hours are 30 hours per week .

Job Purpose

To assist the cook in preparation of food stuffs

To wash, sterilise and store crockery, cutlery and other equipment in the appropriate manner

To maintain hygienic working conditions in the kitchen and surrounding areas at all times and keep free of unnecessary clutter

To adhere to the kitchen cleaning schedule

To uphold residents' participation strategy

To treat colleagues with respect and ensure teamwork is good

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To give assistance to the cook in preparation of meals by request

To assist residents at mealtimes, if required

To keep the kitchen free of dirty utensils and dishes

To keep all surfaces in the kitchen clean and free of contamination using appropriate chemicals in correct strengths avoiding waste and misuse

To become familiar with all equipment and machinery and observe the correct use at all times

To keep all equipment and tools clean and in good working order and report any breakages

To be vigilant and report immediately any misuse of company property or stock

To read and observe all notices displayed in the work place

To become familiar with company policy and procedure regarding the work place, health and safety, annual leave, sick leave, fire regulations and drill

To wear a uniform as directed by the company

To wear protective clothing as necessary

To undertake any reasonable duties as directed by superiors to ensure the smooth, efficient running of the nursing home

However we do NOT offer sponsorship to care assistants and would therefore ask that you do not apply if you are looking to work as a Care Assistant and require sponsorship.