Relief Kitchen Assistant - Chaucer House

Avante Care & Support; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care charity in Canterbury is seeking a Relief Kitchen Assistant to enhance mealtime experiences for residents. The role involves preparing fresh ingredients, serving meals, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about food and has a compassionate nature. Competitive pay, flexible patterns, and various perks are offered, making it an excellent opportunity to make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Competitive pay

FREE DBS check & uniform

Flexible working patterns

Pension contributions

Exclusive staff discounts

Training & career progression opportunities

24/7 access to GP & counselling

Employee recognition awards

Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Passion for food and people.
• Willingness to learn.
• Knowledge of food hygiene is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prep fresh ingredients for meals.
• Serve meals and ensure a welcoming experience.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean and safe.
• Support Cook with meal planning.
• Champion hygiene and safety standards.

Skills

Kind, understanding nature

Enthusiasm for food

Team player

Education

City & Guilds or similar catering qualification

Job description

Overview

Join the Avante Care Family – Make a Real Difference Every Day!

Relief Kitchen Assistant – Chaucer House Care Home, Canterbury, Kent

Avante Care & Support, we’re more than a care provider – we’re a passionate not-for-profit charity supporting over 1,000 older people across Kent. Whether it’s through our welcoming care homes or dedicated home care services, our mission is simple: to make lives better.

We’re proud of our skilled, compassionate teams – and now, we’re looking for a Relief Kitchen Assistant to bring their energy and heart to Chaucer House, our residential care home in Canterbury.

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepping fresh ingredients – fruits, veggies, and more
• Helping serve meals and ensuring mealtimes are a warm, welcoming experience
• Keeping the kitchen and dining areas spotless and safe
• Supporting our Cook with meal planning, guided by the needs and preferences of our residents
• Championing hygiene, safety, and nutritional standards every day

Essential

What We’re Looking For:

• A kind, understanding nature – you’ll be working closely with older people
• Enthusiasm for food and a willingness to learn
• A true team player

Desirable

• City & Guilds or similar catering qualification
• Knowledge of food hygiene, cultural diets, and nutrition
• Environmental Health Certificate in Food Hygiene

Why Join Us

• Competitive pay
• FREE DBS check & uniform
• Flexible working patterns
• Pension contributions
• Exclusive staff discounts at 800+ retailers
• Training & career progression opportunities
• 24/7 access to GP & counselling
• Employee recognition awards
• Life Assurance

If you’ve got a passion for food and people, and want a job where you go home each day knowing you’ve made a difference — we’d love to hear from you.

Join us to make a real difference in residents\' lives. Apply now via our online career's portal. Closing Date: 08 October 2025

(All roles subject to Enhanced DBS checks. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.)

Please note: If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview.

We regret to inform you that due to the high volumes of applicants, we do not write to candidates who are unsuccessful at the shortlisting stage.

In the meantime, we would like to thank you for the interest you have shown in Avante Care & Support.

Thank you for considering Avante Care & Support! Together, let’s create a caring environment for those who need it most.

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