Part-Time Kitchen Assistant – Day Shifts

Barty House Nursing Home; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A nursing home in Maidstone is looking for a part-time Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team. The role involves food preparation, maintaining a clean kitchen, and adhering to food safety standards. Candidates should possess organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work as part of a team. A part-time contract of 20 hours per week at £12.21 per hour is offered, with a focus on delivering high-quality meals for residents.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills to manage tasks efficiently and maintain a clean and orderly kitchen.
• Basic understanding of food safety and handling principles.
• Keen attention to detail for ensuring cleanliness, proper food storage, and accurate handling of deliveries.
• Good communication skills to work effectively with kitchen staff and management.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of food, helping to get meals ready efficiently and to a high standard.
• Maintain general cleanliness and tidiness in the kitchen area.
• Receive, check, and safely store kitchen deliveries.
• Implement safe food handling principles.
• Follow cleaning procedures for different surfaces and equipment.
• Ensure that all areas are well-presented and maintained.
• Practice safe systems of work across a range of tasks.
• Adhere to Health and Safety at Work legislation.
• Act in a professional manner at all times.
• Encourage and contribute to teamwork.
• Take responsibility for the safe and tidy storage of supplies.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Team Player

Job description

A nursing home in Maidstone is looking for a part-time Kitchen Assistant to support the culinary team. The role involves food preparation, maintaining a clean kitchen, and adhering to food safety standards. Candidates should possess organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work as part of a team. A part-time contract of 20 hours per week at £12.21 per hour is offered, with a focus on delivering high-quality meals for residents.