Residential Nursing Care Home Kitchen Assistant

Jasmine Healthcare Limited; Walkeringham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top quartile market salaries

Annual Leave 28 days

Nest Pension Scheme 3% matched

Bonusly points for recognition

Training funded up to £500

Meal £1 on shift

App EAP 24/7

Fully expensed DBS check

Job summary

Jasmine Healthcare is seeking a Kitchen Assistant at South Moor Lodge Care Home. The role involves preparing, cooking and serving meals to residents, with shifts 10am–6pm, 3 days per week and some alternative weekends. Salary is £13.63 per hour plus incentives, with benefits including generous leave and pension.

NDQ-level training is funded, and opportunities for recognition through Bonusly apply. Located in Walkeringham, the home offers a warm, resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• One year's experience in a similar role (preferred).
• One year's experience in a residential or nursing home (preferred).
• Hold a relevant level 2 or 3 qualification (preferred).
• Knowledge of health and safety in the workplace (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assisting in preparing, cooking and serving meals to our residents
• Assist in washing and cleaning kitchen equipment and surfaces
• Acting in line with health & safety and food hygiene guidelines
• Promoting our resident's choice, dignity and independence at all times

Skills

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Time management

Written & oral communication skills

One year experience in similar role (P

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in a relevant qualification

Job description

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant

Salary: £13.63 per hour Plus Incentives

Hours: Full-Time Permanent Contract, 3 days per week, 10am to 6pm, alternative weekends

Location: South Moor Lodge Care Home, owned by Jasmine Healthcare

Do you want to make a difference in the care sector? Do you want to work for a mission- and values-led organisation where you can thrive, meet your potential, and be recognised and rewarded for the work you do? Here at Jasmine Healthcare, we try to do everything possible in line with our mission to "prioritise our people", as we believe that the happiness of our residents is dependent on the engagement and wellbeing of our team.

What Jasmine Healthcare Offers

• Pay Increase - Top quartile market salaries and Annual Performance related pay increases of up to 8% in addition to any cost-of-living increase.
• Annual Leave - 28 Days including Bank Holidays.
• Nest Pension Scheme and 3% matched contribution.
• Bonusly Points - These are exchangeable for various vouchers or cash via PayPal and are earned by obtaining recognition from your colleagues i.e. good mandatory training, good attendance, and various other ways you contribute positively to the team and our residents' lives.
• Training - All relevant qualifications are fully funded to help you progress and we will reward you with a financial bonus of up to £500.
• Refer a Friend - Up to 500 Bonusly points for referring a suitable team member.
• Meals - Enjoy low-cost meals at just £1 per course while on shift.
• Short Notice shift incentives.
• Employee Assistance Programme - Access to free counselling and valuable well-being advice 24/7.
• Fully expensed DBS check.

A little about South Moor Lodge:

South Moor Lodge is located in the idyllic village of Walkeringham (5 miles to the West of Gainsborough). The home is centred around a nineteenth century barn, which has been selectively extended in keeping with its character. This provides the homeliness that Jasmine seeks for its homes, whilst still providing modern living accommodation. The home sits within two acres of landscaped grounds, and provides personal and dementia care for 41 residents.

Role Responsibilities for Kitchen Assistant:

• Assisting in preparing, cooking and serving meals to our residents
• Assist in washing and cleaning kitchen equipment and surfaces
• Acting in line with health & safety and food hygiene guidelines
• Promoting our resident's choice, dignity and independence and all times

Role Requirements for Kitchen Assistant:

• A good reason or experience that has drawn you to working in a care setting
• Live within 20 minutes of the Home
• Willing to contractually sign up to an NVQ Level 2 in a relevant qualification
• Team player
• Ability to work under pressure
• Good time management
• Good written and oral communication skills
• A willingness to go above and beyond to meet the needs of our residents
• A positive and enthusiastic outlook
• One years' experience in a similar role (preferred)
• One years' experience working in a residential or nursing home. (preferred)
• Hold a relevant level 2 or 3 qualification (preferred)
• Knowledge of health and safety in the workplace (preferred)

About Jasmine Healthcare

By prioritising our people, our mission is to provide the highest standards of care to as many elderly residents as possible. Below are a few of the ways that we objectively demonstrate we are achieving our mission:

• Over half our team have a relevant Diploma qualification with others who are currently studying for one.
• We have a 4.8 star rating (out of 5.0) on Indeed as a top employer.
• We have Good and Outstanding Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection reports.
• We have a 9.7 rating (out of 10.0) on www.carehome.co.uk.