Kitchen Assistant in Eastbourne

We are recruiting a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join a welcoming, luxury 20-bed residential care home for elderly residents, located in the heart of Eastbourne. This is a small, stand-alone care home offering a warm, homely and comfortable environment, where residents' individual needs, dignity and wellbeing are at the heart of everything the team does.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the kitchen team to provide nutritious, appetising and well-presented meals for residents. You will help ensure the kitchen is kept clean, organised and hygienic, contributing to a high standard of food service within the home.

The position offers 20 hours per week, working Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 1:30pm, making it ideal for someone looking for consistent weekday hours. Working as part of a friendly and supportive team, you will help create a positive dining experience for residents, ensuring they can enjoy their meals in comfortable and welcoming surroundings.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a kitchen environment and would like to make a genuine difference to the daily lives of older people.

About the Home

• Stand-alone 20-bed luxury residential care home for elderly residents.
• Centrally located in Eastbourne.
• Warm, welcoming and homely environment.
• Small, close-knit team with a personal approach to care.
• Strong focus on residents' comfort, dignity and wellbeing.
• Commitment to providing nutritious, enjoyable meals.
• High standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and service.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the cook and kitchen team with the preparation and service of meals.
• Help prepare ingredients and undertake basic food preparation as required.
• Assist with serving meals and refreshments to residents.
• Ensure food is handled, stored and prepared safely.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen.
• Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Clean work surfaces, floors and kitchen areas in accordance with hygiene procedures.
• Assist with receiving, checking and storing food deliveries.
• Monitor kitchen supplies and report when items need replenishing.
• Follow food safety, health and safety and infection prevention procedures.
• Support the kitchen team in meeting residents' dietary requirements and preferences.
• Work collaboratively with care staff and colleagues to ensure residents receive a positive dining experience.
• Treat residents, visitors and colleagues with kindness, courtesy and respect.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous kitchen assistant, catering or hospitality experience is desirable but not essential.
• A reliable, hardworking and positive attitude.
• An understanding of the importance of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a small team.
• Willingness to follow instructions and established procedures.
• A friendly, caring and respectful approach to working with older people.
• Ability to work in a busy kitchen environment and manage tasks efficiently.
• A genuine desire to contribute to residents' comfort and wellbeing.
• Relevant food hygiene training or a willingness to undertake training would be beneficial.

Benefits & Perks

• £12.80 per hour.
• 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Consistent daytime hours: 9:30am–1:30pm, 4 hours per day.
• Weekends off.
• Opportunity to work in a luxury 20-bed residential care home.
• Central Eastbourne location.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Small, close-knit team.
• Rewarding role supporting the daily lives of older residents.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to residents' mealtimes and overall wellbeing.

Please contact Myles to discuss this opportunity.