Care Kitchen Assistant: Cook, Serve & Grow in a Caring Home

TLC Group Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home service provider in Greater London is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join their team. The role involves assisting in meal preparation and serving, ensuring high standards of hygiene, and working closely with residents. Ideal candidates should have good communication skills, experience in a kitchen, and a passion for working in a care environment. The position offers competitive pay and various benefits, including development opportunities and discounts.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Pension Scheme

Excellent working environment

Clear development plans

Learning Academy including development programmes

Support from a highly qualified management team

Free Uniform

Free meals

Discounts at 2000 high street retailers

Discounted gym membership

Discounted Health Cash Plans

28 days holiday per year

Qualifications

• Experience of working in a kitchen.
• Genuine interest in working within a care environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, cooking and serving of meals and drinks.
• Assist in preparing vegetables and beverages for residents as required by the Chef Manager.
• Prepare food trolleys for the meals.
• Provide assistance with plating meals when required.
• Assist with the preparation of puree food.
• Ensure high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team player

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate preferable

Job description

A care home service provider in Greater London is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join their team. The role involves assisting in meal preparation and serving, ensuring high standards of hygiene, and working closely with residents. Ideal candidates should have good communication skills, experience in a kitchen, and a passion for working in a care environment. The position offers competitive pay and various benefits, including development opportunities and discounts.