Relief Kitchen Assistant — Care Home Support

MHA; North Bersted; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

DBS checks

Counselling support

Flexible benefits

Blue Light discounts

Induction & training

Long service awards

Job summary

MHA's Greenways care home in West Sussex is seeking a Kitchen Assistant (Relief) to support the Cook in preparing meals that meet residents' dietary needs. You will help keep the kitchen clean, safe and well stocked in a role that contributes to daily wellbeing.

We value reliability, a caring manner and the ability to work as part of a team. A basic food hygiene certificate is essential, with training provided for progression and development within our supportive organisation.

Qualifications

• Basic food hygiene certificate required.
• Experience with basic food preparation desirable.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks.
• Positive and flexible approach to work.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and commitment to quality service.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.
• QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cook with food preparation, serving meals, washing up and storing crockery and utensils safely.
• Keep kitchen areas clean and tidy per schedules and Food Safety Manual.
• Dispose of waste food safely and hygienically.
• Ensure supplies of cleaning and washing materials are available.
• Assist with laundry tasks for kitchen linen.
• Follow COSHH, food hygiene, health & safety and infection prevention requirements.
• Respect residents’ privacy, dignity and choice.
• Attend training, supervision, appraisals and staff meetings as required.

Skills

Basic food hygiene certificate

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Flexibility

Dementia care sensitivity

Willingness to train

Positive, team player

Education

QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

MHA's Greenways care home in West Sussex is seeking a Kitchen Assistant (Relief) to support the Cook in preparing meals that meet residents' dietary needs. You will help keep the kitchen clean, safe and well stocked in a role that contributes to daily wellbeing.

We value reliability, a caring manner and the ability to work as part of a team. A basic food hygiene certificate is essential, with training provided for progression and development within our supportive organisation.