Relief Kitchen Assistant — Caring for Residents

MHA; Rushden; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (including bank hols)

Pension scheme and life assurance

Free DBS checks and uniforms

Confidential counselling and support

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts through Blue Light Card

Induction, training and development

Long service awards

Job summary

MHA is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant for Rushden Park, Rushden. In this relief role you’ll support the Cook with meal prep, service and cleaning, helping deliver nutritious, well-presented meals to residents.

You’ll follow food safety standards, COSHH rules and hygiene practices while maintaining a clean, welcoming kitchen. A basic food hygiene certificate is essential and training is provided.

Qualifications

• A basic food hygiene certificate is essential.
• Previous basic food preparation experience is desirable.
• Good communication and listening skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks.
• Positive, flexible approach to work.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.
• QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care desirable but not essential; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Support the Cook with food preparation, serving meals, washing up and storing crockery and utensils safely.
• Keep all kitchen areas clean and tidy according to schedules and the Food Safety Manual.
• Dispose of waste food safely and hygienically.
• Ensure adequate supplies of cleaning and washing-up materials.
• Assist with laundry tasks for kitchen linen.
• Follow COSHH, food hygiene, health and 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

Good communication

Follow instructions

Team player

Flexible approach

Sensitivity to older people

Willingness to training

Health & social care knowledge

Education

QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care (desirable)

Job description

MHA is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant for Rushden Park, Rushden. In this relief role you’ll support the Cook with meal prep, service and cleaning, helping deliver nutritious, well-presented meals to residents.

You’ll follow food safety standards, COSHH rules and hygiene practices while maintaining a clean, welcoming kitchen. A basic food hygiene certificate is essential and training is provided.