Kitchen Assistant

We are seeking a professional and energetic Cook/ Kitchen Assistant to join our team on a bank basis.

This role will involve a mixture of weekdays and weekends.

Role Responsibilities:

• To assist preparing high quality meals in accordance with the dietary requirements of our residents
• To have knowledge or be willing to undertake training of diabetes, Allergens and dysphagia dietary requirements
• To ensure a high level of service for all meal times, ensuring prompt delivery of food to table and excellent presentation of food
• Prepare a cooked breakfast to our residents, prepare afternoon snacks and baked goods for tea trolley
• To maintain the standard of health and hygiene
• To report any defects of any kitchen equipment to the Home Manager.
• To ensure good quality of food at all times, ensuring portions are maintained
• To carry out all general duties and responsibilities
• To complete any training requirements
• To carry out any reasonable duties requested by senior staff that will aid and assist the smooth running of the home.
• If you have experience or have a passion for working as a kitchen assistant we would love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a kitchen or restaurant environment is preferred
• Knowledge of food preparation and cooking techniques
• Understanding of food safety standards and hygiene practices
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to different tasks as needed
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively
• Flexibility to work shifts as required, including weekends or bank holidays if necessary

Employee Assistance Platform

As part of our employee benefits, Stonebow provides a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7. The service offers immediate emotional support, counselling, online GP appointments, legal advice, family-care guidance and digital wellbeing tools to help colleagues look after their mental, emotional and physical wellbeing.

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Flexible schedule
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Application question(s):

• Have you worked in Adult Residential Homes?
• Do you have the right to work in the UK? We are unable to provide sponsorship

Work Location: In person