Kitchen Assistants

The Runwood Group; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Pension

Discount cards

Family assistance

Induction & training

Free DBS & uniform

NVQ funding

Career progression

Employee of the Month

Job summary

Runwood Homes is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support Chefs in daily kitchen operations at our care home in Waltham Abbey. You will help maintain a clean kitchen, assist during meals, and ensure compliance with COSHH and HACCP guidelines.

You will have opportunities for training and progression, a welcoming team, and a role that supports special events and daily service.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to complete NVQ training.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and assist Chefs with daily kitchen tasks.
• Follow COSHH and HACCP guidelines.
• Support catering for events (e.g., summer fayres).

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Education

NVQ training

Job description

About the role

As members of the support services team, our Kitchen Assistants help the Chefs with the daily operations of the kitchen. Your responsibilities will include maintaining cleanliness and performing general kitchen tasks to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly in the care home. Our Kitchen Assistants adhere to company policies and procedures, as well as follow all necessary COSHH and HACPP guidelines. Additionally, you will be involved in catering for special events at the home, such as the annual summer fayres.

Benefits of working with Runwood Homes

• Accrued Paid Holiday
• Weekly Pay
• Pension Scheme
• Blue Light Card and access to various other discounts on travel, restaurants, days out and leisure
• Employee Assistance Scheme that is also available to immediate family members
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Free DBS Check and uniform
• Funding and support towards obtaining NVQs
• Opportunities to progress your career within the company
• Employee of the Month awards

About you

We are looking for a Kitchen Assistant who is passionate about food and dedicated to providing high-quality service at every meal. Strong communication and teamwork skills are a must, as well as experience in a fast-paced kitchen. We value personal growth of our Kitchen Assistants, so you will have the opportunity to participate in training to enhance your skills and knowledge for a successful and safe work environment.

About Runwood Homes

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 57 homes across England. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents.

As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of adults. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Job Information Role: Catering
Salary £12.71 an hour
Hours Bank hours
Location Waltham Abbey
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