Kitchen Assistants

The Runwood Group; Watford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Pension Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Employee Assistance Scheme

Comprehensive induction and ongoing培训

Free DBS Check and uniform

Funding for NVQs

Career progression opportunities

Employee of the Month awards

Job summary

Runwood Homes is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support our kitchen team in a care home setting. You will help Chefs with daily operations, keep the kitchen clean, and assist during meals and events while adhering to company policies and safety guidelines.

The role emphasizes strong teamwork, good communication, and the opportunity to participate in ongoing training to grow within the company and ensure high-quality resident meals and safe working conditions.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork are essential for a busy kitchen.
• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment is desirable.
• Commitment to safety and following policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and perform general kitchen tasks to support daily operations.
• Assist Chefs with preparing meals and catering for events at the home.
• Follow COSHH and HACPP guidelines and participate in training for safe work.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

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.

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.

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of 55 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. At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to 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.

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