Relief Kitchen Assistant – Caring, Team‑Focused Role

MHA; Shefford; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Pension scheme

Life assurance

DBS checks provided

Induction and training

Employee discounts

Job summary

MHA is seeking a Kitchen Assistant (Relief) at Oak Manor, Shefford. Join a caring catering team supporting the Cook to deliver nutritious meals and maintain a clean, safe kitchen. You will help with food prep, serving and cleaning, while meeting residents' dietary needs.

Essential is a basic food hygiene certificate; prior kitchen experience is helpful. Training will be provided, and you’ll work within a supportive culture that values care and dignity.

Qualifications

• Basic food hygiene certificate is essential.
• Experience in basic food preparation is desirable.
• Good communication and listening skills are required.
• Ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively.
• Positive, flexible approach to work.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a commitment to quality service.
• Willingness to undertake training and development, QCF Level 2/3 is desirable.
• Training will be provided.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Basic food hygiene certificate

Food preparation experience

Good communication

Follow instructions

Flexible attitude

Caring for older people

Willingness to undertake training

Education

QCF Level 2 or 3 Health & Social Care

Job description

MHA is seeking a Kitchen Assistant (Relief) at Oak Manor, Shefford. Join a caring catering team supporting the Cook to deliver nutritious meals and maintain a clean, safe kitchen. You will help with food prep, serving and cleaning, while meeting residents' dietary needs.

Essential is a basic food hygiene certificate; prior kitchen experience is helpful. Training will be provided, and you’ll work within a supportive culture that values care and dignity.