At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in meal preparation and create a welcoming environment for residents.
- Company: Join a caring team at Furze Hill House, part of Pilgrims' Friend Society.
- Benefits: Earn £13.45 per hour, enjoy flexible hours, and receive 5.6 weeks' holiday.
- Other info: Ongoing support, career development, and fun team events await you!
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Empathy for older people and ability to work well in a team.
The predicted salary is between 28000 - 28000 £ per year.
Location: On site / Furze Hill House, Happisburgh Rd, North Walsham NR28 9HD, UK
Job type: Permanent / Full or part-time
Sector and subsector: Hospitality | General
Hourly Fixed salary: £13.45
Are you passionate about food, care, and making a real difference in people’s lives? We have some wonderful news to share, Furze Hill House will be joining Pilgrims' Friend Society on 1st May, and we couldn’t be more excited about this new chapter! Our amazing team at Furze Hill House Care Home provides a loving and caring environment for our residents, whilst maintaining the Christian ethos that is so important to them. The health, well-being and happiness of our residents are of primary importance to us. We are a 40 bed care home just on the outskirts of North Walsham.
We’re now looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our Ancillary Team. This is more than just a job, it’s a chance to make a real difference every day. From supporting meal preparation to helping create a welcoming home, your role will be an important part of our residents’ daily lives. If you enjoy working in a supportive team and want a role where what you do really matters, we’d love to hear from you.
Our Ancillary Team are instrumental to the upkeep of resident rooms and shared spaces and pride themselves on going the extra mile to provide an excellent service for everybody in the home.
- Assist with preparing and serving meals and refreshments
- Maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen
- Clean kitchen equipment, utensils, and work areas
- Support safe food storage and temperature recording
- Deliver meals to family members with a friendly, caring approach
- Work alongside the Catering Supervisor to ensure smooth kitchen operations
- Contribute to a positive, homely environment in line with our care values
We offer a full induction to the work and also provide other training as required by the post.
About you:
- Enjoy working with older people and can empathise with them
- Can operate laundry equipment in a safe and reliable manner
- Can work as part of a team in order to provide an excellent service to our residents
- Must be a well-organised, practical and adaptable person
Shifts available: 28 hours per week (includes some weekend shifts)
5.6 weeks' holiday, including bank holidays
Career development: Whether you are starting your career or looking to expand your skills
Being part of our friendly and committed staff team
Assigned buddy
Ongoing support from management
Flexible working: various working hours
Team events
Care Friends referral
Perkbox – including an Employee assistance programme
Long-standing service rewards
Birthday rewards
What our staff say about us: “It is a friendly and welcoming place to work”
Pilgrims’ Friend Society is a registered charity. Our Christian ethos is central to everything we plan and do. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.
Please note: this vacancy may close sooner if sufficient applications have been received so please apply as soon as possible if interested.
Kitchen Assistant- Part time in Mundesley employer: Hollybank Trustees Ltd
Furze Hill House, soon to be part of Pilgrims' Friend Society, is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and happiness of both its residents and staff. With a strong commitment to a supportive work culture, flexible hours, and opportunities for career development, employees can thrive in a nurturing environment that values their contributions. Join our dedicated team and experience the joy of making a meaningful impact in the lives of older people every day.
