Description
We are seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to join our team at Freelands Croft Care Home in Fleet. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering an excellent dining experience for our residents. You will work closely with our chefs to prepare and serve meals, maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, and assist with special events.
Responsibilities:
- Act as the link between the main kitchen and our residents
- Assist chefs with plating meals, preparing food trolleys, and cleaning preparation areas
- Monitor stock rotation and comply with company policies and procedures, including COSHH and HACCP guidelines
- Assist with catering for special events such as summer BBQs and Christmas parties
Key Skills and Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in a kitchen
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
- Passion for food and delivering excellent service
- Ability to communicate effectively with others
Benefits:
- Competitive salary: £13.10-£14.10 per hour depending on experience
- 22 hours per week
- My Healthcare: free access to 24/7 support, advice, and treatment
- Annual allowance for Bupa healthcare products (approximately £350)
- Wagestream: early access to up to 40% of earned wages
- 28 days holiday
- Sick pay scheme
- Long service rewards
- Free meal on every shift
- Interest-free annual travel loan
- Access to Bupa pension plans
- Parental leave schemes
- Menopause Plan
- Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities across the UK