Part-Time Kitchen Assistant — Flexible Hours, Kindness-Driven Care

HC One; Penrith; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A care home provider in Penrith seeks a dedicated Kitchen Assistant. This part-time role requires about 20.25 hours weekly, emphasizing kindness and cleanliness in support of residents. Candidates should have kitchen experience or be willing to learn toward an NVQ2 in Catering. Responsibilities include assisting with meals, maintaining hygiene, and supporting stock management. Benefits include a company pension scheme, paid DBS, and access to a variety of wellbeing programs.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meal during long shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave including bank holidays

Group life assurance cover

Financial wellbeing support (Wagestream)

Award-winning learning and development

24/7 access to GP consultations

Colleague discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Attractive referral scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen setting is preferred.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation.
• Ability to demonstrate kindness in interactions with residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation under the direction of the Chef.
• Serve meals in a warm and friendly manner.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen.
• Monitor food storage temperatures.
• Support stock rotation and proper ingredient storage.
• Teach new team members about kitchen equipment usage.
• Ensure the kitchen remains spotless after service.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow recipes

Kindness and respect

Education

NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation

Job description

A care home provider in Penrith seeks a dedicated Kitchen Assistant. This part-time role requires about 20.25 hours weekly, emphasizing kindness and cleanliness in support of residents. Candidates should have kitchen experience or be willing to learn toward an NVQ2 in Catering. Responsibilities include assisting with meals, maintaining hygiene, and supporting stock management. Benefits include a company pension scheme, paid DBS, and access to a variety of wellbeing programs.