Kitchen Assistant

Job summary

Nestled on the edge of the Clwydian Fells, Bod Hyfryd Care Home offers exceptional person-centred Dementia, Nursing, and Palliative care in a warm and welcoming environment. Located in the heart of Flintshire; our Bod Hyfryd Care Home remains an easily accessible home in the local area.

Not too far from the Welsh seafront and only a short drive from the A55, or a short walk from the Flint train station, we are ideally placed to greet the friends and families of our residents. Quality of life is at the heart of the care delivered here at Bod Hyfryd. Our experienced team of compassionate professionals are on hand to provide care, support and comfort in a home-from-home environment. Care at Bod Hyfryd Care Home is focused on maintaining independence, dignity and choice. Our friendly and approachable team organise daily activities tailored to help residents to uphold their life skills, support their interactions as well as enjoying every day.

With gardens that boast unrivalled views across the picturesque Welsh countryside, Bod Hyfryd Care Home provides a calming location for your loved one to reside in. Our nursing and specialist dementia care teams offer support 24-hours a day. As such, you know your needs will never go unsatisfied.



We are seeking to appoint a kind, organised and motivated Kitchen Assistant to join our team. To assist with the preparation of meals for residents and external visitors. We have a 25.5 hours contract available with an hourly rate of £12.60! Shift times are 0930 - 1830, with alternate weekend working.



Role Responsibilities:

Assist with food preparation and cooking for daily menus as directed by the Head Chef / Assistant Chef.
Ensure that all kitchen equipment and kitchen areas are cleaned according to cleaning schedules.
Ensure compliance at all times of Health and Safety, Food Hygiene, COSHH and HACCP requirements and legislation.
Follow instructions from Head Chef and Chef.
Undertake pot washing duties on a daily basis.


Skills and experience required:

Previous experience of working in food services is desirable.
Experience of working within a busy kitchen environment as part of a team is desirable. 
Ability to communicate effectively with other team members is essential.
A willingness to learn is essential.
No formal qualifications are required as we provide training & development in relation to this role.


The Benefits



Opportunities to progress through our career paths into more senior and management roles



Bank holiday and overtime enhancements
5.6 weeks annual leave per annum
Paid DBS
Uniform provided
Paid training
Refer a friend referral scheme, for the following roles only – Registered Nurse, Team Leader / Senior Care Assistant and Care Assistant
Excellent induction programme for new starters
A rewarding career with lots of opportunities to progress within the company
Ongoing support and training for nationally recognised qualifications
A competitive rate of pay
Wellbeing programmes
Recognition awards – employee of the month and golden tickets
Ongoing career development
Christmas Bonuses
Pension scheme
Early Pay - access to your money as you earn (pay advance)


Who Are We?


At Lovett Care, we’ve been delivering exceptional care since 2009, with homes across England and in Wales. With a solid reputation in the care industry, we take pride in creating a 'home from home' environment where residents can live life to the fullest, no matter their age or condition. Our values guide everything we do, and we believe our people are our greatest asset.



Our Mission and Vision:


To be recognised as a passionate and committed provider offering quality person-centred care in a safe, comfortable ‘home from home’ environment. Our Vision is through the professionalism and collaboration of our team members, we achieve an excellent standard of person-centred care where everyone has the freedom of choice, privacy, dignity and is treated with the upmost respect.



This position is subject to a DBS check