Kitchen Assistant

Job summary

About The Role
Are you a caring and reliable individual who enjoys supporting others behind the scenes?

At Cornerstone Healthcare, we know that excellent care relies on great teamwork, and that includes our kitchen team. We’re looking for a dedicated and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our award-winning team at Kitnocks House, where your role will help make a real difference every day.

Our 63-bed service is made up of four specialised units, each tailored to support residents with complex health conditions. We’re proud to be rated GOOD by the CQC.

We welcome individuals who share our values of respect, openness, care, and kindness.
What do you need?

• At least 6 months experience of working in a kitchen environment 
• A genuine interest in food preparation and working in a kitchen environment
• A team-focused, can-do attitude with good attention to detail
• A friendly and approachable manner – we’re a close-knit team
• Effective communication skills (both written and verbal)
• A commitment to learn about residents as individuals and to create ideas to improve life for the residents

What hours will you work?
We offer a stable, structured rota to support your work-life balance:

• Week A: Monday, Thursday & Friday (06:45am until 18:15)
• Week B:Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday (06:45am until 18:15)
•  11.5-hour shifts, with a total average of 40.25 hours per week.

What will you be doing?

• Preparing food items and simple meals in line with dietary needs
• Washing up and keeping all kitchen equipment clean and well maintained
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and food safety
• Assisting with stock rotation and general kitchen organisation
• To comply with regulations in respect of Health and Safety at work, COSHH, Environmental Health and Fire Procedures

Why Choose Cornerstone?
Because great care starts with feeling cared for. We offer our Kitchen Assistant's a benefits package worth up to £5,000 . (T&C's apply)

• Enhanced pay for overtime and bank holidays
• Monthly overtime raffle – win an extra £200 for picking up shifts
• Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £1,000
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Healthcare cash plan worth up to £700 – includes dental, optical and 24/7 mental health support
• Free uniform laundered for you on site ready for your next shift
• Subsidised lunch on site
• Recognition and rewards – vouchers, and long service treats
• Access to the Blue Light Card – over 13,000 discounts
• And much more!

So, if you’re ready to start something meaningful – in a place that truly values you – we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and take the first step towards a career that gives back.

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About The Company
Cornerstone Healthcare Group are a multi award-winning, sector leader with an innovative approach to complex care
Cornerstone specialise in supporting adults of all ages with complex neurological, physical, and mental health needs. 
Residents are typically living with neurological degenerative conditions, such as dementia with an underlying mental health condition, and as such are vulnerable and at times prone to challenging behaviours associated with complex conditions.  Many have been unable to stay in other settings because their needs have been deemed too high or too challenging. 
Operating well-established homes in Waterlooville and Curdridge in Hampshire and Mytchett in Surrey, as well as a new state-of-the-art ‘eco’ home in Bristol, the Group has built a reputation for delivering consistently high standards of care, focusing on the individual journey of each resident.
At Cornerstone, the expert clinical care skills and approach of the team mean that people with the most complex needs can find a place to call home.