Kitchen Assistant

Catering and Hospitality – Ardenlee Care Home Contract: Full Time Salary: £12.21 Per Hour Shift Type: Days Contracted hours: Full Time Ardenlee Care Home is set within its own peaceful grounds, offering scenic views over the sea, surrounding woodland and beautifully kept gardens. Specialising in residential care for thirty two residents, Ardenlee provides a warm, homely environment and a supportive place to develop your career. We are looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support the preparation and delivery of high quality meals while helping to maintain a clean, safe and well organised kitchen that contributes to an enjoyable dining experience for residents. What We Offer £12.21 per hour Full time position Pension, Paid PVG, Uniform provided 5.6 weeks annual leave based on a full time contract What You Will Do You will assist with preparing food to a high standard, supporting the smooth running of the kitchen each day. You will maintain cleanliness and hygiene across all kitchen areas, follow safe food handling principles and ensure equipment and surfaces are sanitised correctly. You will receive, check and store deliveries safely, keep storage areas tidy and follow all cleaning procedures. You will work safely at all times, adhere to Health and Safety legislation and contribute to a professional and positive kitchen environment through teamwork and courteous conduct. What We Are Looking For Strong organisational skills Basic knowledge of food safety and handling Good attention to detail Ability to work well as part of a team Clear communication skills Previous kitchen experience is desirable but not essential About Us Ardenlee Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish. Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity – define everything we do. If you share these values and want to bring your skills to a role where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr