Kindness‑Driven Kitchen Assistant for Care Home

HC-One; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a compassionate Kitchen Assistant in Chippenham to support residents by preparing and serving nutritious meals. This role requires kitchen experience, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to show respect and kindness. You’ll help maintain hygiene standards and support stock management. Full training is provided, and you’ll enjoy numerous benefits including paid training, pension scheme, and access to discounts. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available.

Benefits

Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG

Free uniform

Nutritious meals during shifts

Company pension scheme

28 days annual leave

Group life assurance

Financial wellbeing access

Access to online GP consultations

Colleague discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment is preferred.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation.
• Ability to maintain cleanliness and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meal preparation under the direction of the Chef.
• Serve meals with warmth and respect.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and hygiene.
• Monitor food storage temperatures.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow recipes

Patience

Respect

Kindness

Education

NVQ2 in Catering or Food Preparation

Job description

A leading care provider is seeking a compassionate Kitchen Assistant in Chippenham to support residents by preparing and serving nutritious meals. This role requires kitchen experience, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to show respect and kindness. You’ll help maintain hygiene standards and support stock management. Full training is provided, and you’ll enjoy numerous benefits including paid training, pension scheme, and access to discounts. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK, as sponsorship is not available.