Relief Kitchen Assistant: Nutritious Meals & Care

MHA; Poole; Hybrid; GBP 1,515,000 - 1,653,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Pension scheme and life assurance

DBS checks and uniforms

Counselling and wellbeing support

Flexible annual leave options

Discounts for staff

Job summary

MHA Maidment Court in Poole is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant (Relief) to join a caring catering team. You will support the Cook with food preparation, service and keeping the kitchen clean and safe.

This role offers flexible, varied hours and an opportunity to help residents enjoy nutritious meals while upholding high hygiene standards. A basic food hygiene certificate is essential, with training available where needed.

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

Communication

Follow instructions

Flexible attitude

Team player

Sensitivity to older people

Education

QCF Level 2-3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

MHA Maidment Court in Poole is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant (Relief) to join a caring catering team. You will support the Cook with food preparation, service and keeping the kitchen clean and safe.

This role offers flexible, varied hours and an opportunity to help residents enjoy nutritious meals while upholding high hygiene standards. A basic food hygiene certificate is essential, with training available where needed.