Relief Kitchen Assistant - Nutritious Meals & Care

MHA; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Pension scheme

Life assurance

DBS checks and uniforms

Counselling support

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts via Blue Light Card

Training and development opportunities

Long service awards

Job summary

The Meadow care home in Muswell Hill, operated by MHA, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant (Relief/Bank) to support the catering team in providing nutritious meals for residents. You will help the Cook with food preparation, service, and maintaining a clean kitchen, while adhering to safety standards and MHA values of care, respect and dignity.

We value reliability, teamwork, and a caring approach. The role offers relief/bank hours with enhanced DBS and training opportunities to develop in a

Qualifications

• A basic food hygiene certificate (essential).
• Previous experience of basic food preparation (desirable).
• Good communication and listening skills.
• The ability to follow instructions and prioritise tasks effectively.
• A positive, flexible approach to work.
• Sensitivity to the needs of older people and a commitment to quality service.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.
• A QCF Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care is desirable but not essential, as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food hygiene basics

Communication skills

Instruction following

Flexibility

Willingness to learn

Empathy for older people

Education

QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Basic food hygiene certificate (essential)

Job description

The Meadow care home in Muswell Hill, operated by MHA, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant (Relief/Bank) to support the catering team in providing nutritious meals for residents. You will help the Cook with food preparation, service, and maintaining a clean kitchen, while adhering to safety standards and MHA values of care, respect and dignity.

We value reliability, teamwork, and a caring approach. The role offers relief/bank hours with enhanced DBS and training opportunities to develop in a