Relief Kitchen Assistant — Nutritious Meals & Clean Kitchen

MHA; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Strong pension scheme

Free DBS checks

Counselling support

Flexible leave options

Discounts (Blue Light Card)

Induction & training

Long service awards

Job summary

Stones Place care home in Lincoln is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant (Relief) to support meals for residents and maintain a clean, safe kitchen. You will work with the Cook to prepare and serve meals, monitor stock, and follow food safety standards.

This role is ideal for someone with basic food hygiene certification and good teamwork, flexible hours with relief shifts, and a willingness to learn. The position offers a friendly, supportive environment with opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• Must hold a basic food hygiene certificate.
• 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 commitment to quality service.
• Willingness to undertake training and development.

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

Basic food hygiene

Food preparation experience

Communication skills

Following instructions

Flexibility

Sensitivity to older people

Training willingness

QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Education

Basic food hygiene certificate

QCF Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care

Job description

Stones Place care home in Lincoln is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant (Relief) to support meals for residents and maintain a clean, safe kitchen. You will work with the Cook to prepare and serve meals, monitor stock, and follow food safety standards.

This role is ideal for someone with basic food hygiene certification and good teamwork, flexible hours with relief shifts, and a willingness to learn. The position offers a friendly, supportive environment with opportunities for training.