Care Kitchen Assistant - Nourish Residents & Grow Career

Orchard Care Homes Ltd.; Virginia; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Employee discounts

Recognition awards

Making a Difference award

Long service awards

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

DBS check

Job summary

Orchard Care Homes Ltd. is seeking a Cook/Kitchen Assistant to join the Chatsworth Lodge kitchen. You will assist in the preparation of a range of meals, tailor menus to individual tastes, and ensure residents are treated with dignity, privacy, independence and choice in their dining experience.

We value learning and development, offering clear progression within our group. Our benefits include staff recognition schemes, practical support services, a pension, DBS checks, and generous colleague

Qualifications

• Experience as cook/kitchen assistant, preferably in a care home.
• Good understanding of nutrition and dietary requirements.
• Ability to work with residents with dignity and independence.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of meals to suit individual tastes and dietary needs.
• Ensure safe, hygienic kitchen practices and food handling.
• Support residents with a positive dining experience and social interaction.
• Contribute to planning nutritious menus and portion control.

Skills

Cook/Kitchen Assistant

Job description

Orchard Care Homes Ltd. is seeking a Cook/Kitchen Assistant to join the Chatsworth Lodge kitchen. You will assist in the preparation of a range of meals, tailor menus to individual tastes, and ensure residents are treated with dignity, privacy, independence and choice in their dining experience.

We value learning and development, offering clear progression within our group. Our benefits include staff recognition schemes, practical support services, a pension, DBS checks, and generous colleague