Compassionate Kitchen Assistant - Care Home (40h/w)

Athena Care Homes (UK) Ltd; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run care home business in Cambridge is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the Head Chef in providing high-quality food services. You will maintain cleanliness, assist in meal preparation, and engage with residents meaningfully. The ideal candidate will have a background in catering, effective communication skills, and attention to detail. This position offers a competitive salary with various benefits, including holiday leave and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days of holiday per year

Free Blue Light Card

Refer a friend scheme

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a kitchen environment or a catering background.
• Reliable with excellent communication skills, and high attention to detail.
• Computer literate, with the ability to use basic Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Support the Head Chef to ensure high-quality catering services.
• Assist with meal service and ensure dietary needs are met.
• Engage with residents in meaningful conversation and activity.
• Ensure Health & Safety meets Food Safety Manual requirements.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Computer literate

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Food Hygiene

Job description

A family-run care home business in Cambridge is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the Head Chef in providing high-quality food services. You will maintain cleanliness, assist in meal preparation, and engage with residents meaningfully. The ideal candidate will have a background in catering, effective communication skills, and attention to detail. This position offers a competitive salary with various benefits, including holiday leave and training opportunities.