At a Glance
- Tasks: Support meal preparation and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment.
- Company: Longbridge Deverill Nursing Home, part of Care Concern Group.
- Benefits: £12.71 per hour, paid DBS, pension, uniform, and 5.6 weeks annual leave.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with opportunities for career growth in care.
- Why this job: Make a difference in residents' lives while gaining valuable kitchen experience.
- Qualifications: Positive attitude, good organisation, and basic food safety knowledge.
Our purpose-built care home offers outstanding Residential, Dementia, Nursing, and Respite care for the elderly, accommodating up to 60 residents in a comfortable and supportive environment designed to enhance their quality of life.
As Kitchen Assistant, you will support the delivery of high quality meals within a clean, safe and well organised kitchen environment. This is a hands on role where your contribution helps ensure meals are prepared efficiently and to a high standard. You will support food preparation, maintain cleanliness across the kitchen and assist with deliveries, storage and stock organisation. Working closely with the Chef and wider team, you will help ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and safely at all times. This role offers a consistent routine and the opportunity to build or develop your experience within a supportive and well organised kitchen environment. The successful candidate will be required to work alternate weekends.
What We Are Looking For:
- A positive and reliable approach
- Good organisation and attention to detail
- Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential
Longbridge Deverill Nursing Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering high quality care and developing supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive. Our five core values Trust|Respect|Passion|Kindness|Inclusivity are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in care, we would love to hear from you.
Kitchen Assistant employer: Care Concern Group
At Longbridge Deverill Nursing Home, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and nurturing environment for our Kitchen Assistants. With competitive pay, generous annual leave, and a commitment to employee growth, we foster a culture of trust, respect, and inclusivity, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents while developing your skills in a well-organised kitchen setting.
