Kitchen Assistant

Gold Care Homes; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care home provider in Hitchin is seeking dedicated kitchen staff to assist with meal preparations, maintain cleanliness, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Responsibilities include cooking, organizing kitchen equipment, and proper storage of food and cleaning materials. The position offers a competitive salary of £12.30 per hour and various employee benefits including long-term service awards and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Salary £12.30 per Hour

Employee of the Month

Long term service awards

Blue Light Card

Professional Development

Refer a Friend

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of produce for meal time service.
• Ensure kitchen equipment and areas are cleaned according to schedules.
• Adhere to Health and Safety Regulations.
• Store dry and perishable goods safely after receipt.
• Store cleaning materials correctly.
• Ensure crockery and cutlery for residents are thoroughly cleaned.
• Ensure pots, pans, and utensils are cleaned and stored properly.

Job description

About Our Home:

In the tranquil embrace of Graveley’s picturesque landscapes, Halcyon Days stands as a sanctuary of warmth, care, and unparalleled devotion. Beyond the scenic views and the blend of modern and Victorian aesthetics, it’s the heartbeats within—our dedicated staff—that truly define the essence of our home. Embodying Gold Care Homes’ belief that “It’s what’s inside that counts,” Halcyon Days is more than just a residence; it’s a vibrant community where every individual finds their rhythm, every moment is cherished, and every day is a dance of joy, comfort, and camaraderie. Welcome to a place where care meets passion.

What does the role involve?

• Assist, as directed, with the preparation of produce for meal time service this may include cooking of breakfast items, vegetable preparation and the making of sandwiches.
• To ensure that all kitchen equipment and kitchen areas are cleaned according to the cleaning schedules. Therefore, you must have the ability to be organised.
• To ensure statutory and Company Health and Safety Regulations are adhered to.
• To ensure correct storage of all dry and perishable cook chill goods as soon as possible after receipt and checking.
• To ensure the correct, safe storage of cleaning materials.
• To ensure that all crockery, cutlery and drinking vessels for resident’s use are thoroughly cleaned using the main kitchen dish washing machine.
• To ensure that all pots, pans, cooking utensils and service counter containers are cleaned to the required standards and correctly stored after cleaning.

Benefits

• Salary £12.30 per Hour
• Employee of the Month
• Long term service awards
• Blue Light Card
• Professional Development
• Refer a Friend