Culinary Partner

Job Description
Location:
St. Johns House, Parker Lane, Kirk Hammerton

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant/Cleaner

Reports to: Head Chef

Job Overview
(Note: In addition to these functions, employees are required to carry out such duties as may reasonably be required)

• Prepare all foodstuff, as directed by the Head Chef
• Assist and execute various kitchen duties such as ensuring cleaning schedules are adhered to
• Assist in preparation and serving of all meals, in a timely manner
• Liaise with care staff and service users in a polite and person-centred way

Location: The service premises, but you may be required to work from other locations at the discretion of the company and with appropriate notice.

Working Hours: 5 days over a 7-day period, as agreed with the manager.

About The Role
Role-specific Duties
The Kitchen Assistant responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Under the supervision of the Head Chef, assist in identifying items to be ordered from specified suppliers to ensure enough levels of supplies for catering operation, using the service's procedures
• Operate an efficient stock control system
• Ensure equipment supplied is used with care, in accordance with suppliers' instructions and training
• Ensure all equipment is in good working order and report any faults immediately. If any machine is felt to be dangerous/faulty, withdraw it from service immediately
• Prepare food items under the guidance of the Head Chef
• Support the delivery and serving of food, if required
• Understand the specific diets identified as required by service users, and share any dietary concerns with the Head Chef
• Be responsible for understanding health and safety requirements
• Be clean, hygienic and well presented at all times
• Report any incidents or accidents to the Head Chef, and ensure they are appropriately recorded and actioned
• Promote and protect the welfare of individuals supported by the service

Working With Others

• Assist in the induction of new starters in accordance with the service's policy
• Develop effective working relationships with other employees within the service
• Work with the Head Chef in a positive way, and be proactive in identifying duties that need to be completed
• Liaise and communicate effectively with care staff to understand the dietary needs of people that use the service
• Be polite and respectful in any communication with staff, service users or external visitors

Other Duties

• Other duties and responsibilities may include:
• Seek opportunities for personal and professional growth
• When interacting with service users, be person-centred, and promote respect and dignity

Personal and Professional Development

• Attend statutory training and any other training as directed by management
• Take responsibility for your own professional development through performance and development reviews and undertake any relevant training
• Be responsible for understanding the health and safety requirements of the role
• Understand and follow any relevant risk assessments

Person Specification
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Specific Requirement For Qualifications

• Approved Elementary Food Hygiene certificate
• Specific Requirement for Skills
• Proficient written skills
• Ensure accurate, legible records are kept
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and the service's requirements on food hygiene, storage and temperature control
• Budgetary skills
• Manage waste effectively
• Communication skills
• Regularly seek feedback from people and communicate their views to the Head Chef
• Attend regular meetings to keep abreast of views and expectations

Specific Requirement For Previous Experience

• Previous experience of working in a similar environment
• Knowledge of texture modified diets
• Experience of working with service users who have additional support needs
• Knowledge of health and safety and personal responsibility
• Experience of working as part of a team and delivering items to tight deadlines
• Experience of working with kitchen equipment and appliances and understanding the risks involved

Values-based Personal Qualities

• Ensure appropriate services are provided for people using the services
• Working Together
• Involve service users, families, external agencies and colleagues
• Speak up when things go wrong
• Respect and Dignity
• Understand person-centred care and demonstrate treating people as individuals and respecting choices
• Promote independence and encourage appropriate risk taking
• Everybody Counts
• Ensure no one is discriminated against or excluded
• Understand human rights and their impact on care delivery
• Facilitate people to speak up about concerns and act upon them
• Commitment to Quality of Care
• Strive for quality in everything we do, recognising and understanding what quality in care means for people using the services
• Be accepting about criticism and focus on improvement
• Be open to new opportunities for learning and identify the limits of skills and knowledge
• Compassion
• Treat people with kindness
• Understand the importance of empathy in all areas of employment
• Understand the values of others and always provide a caring service
• Improving Lives
• Focus on how things could be done better and share ideas
• Understand wellbeing and what is important to people using the service
• Improve outcomes for people

Skills Needed
About The Company
Constantia Healthcare Group is a small yet robust organisation caring for people with age-related needs and complex care and support requirements. We ensure that the person we care for is at the centre of everything we do and, we ensure our colleagues are well supported, appreciated and invested in. At Constantia we want our organisation to work for the people we care for and our colleagues. We are an organisation that strives for excellence and accepts nothing less. We are continuously looking to invest in our services and in our teams.

Company Culture
Constantia Care's culture is built on a foundation of compassion, dignity, and professional excellence. They believe in a person-centered approach, prioritizing each client's independence and well-being. This is achieved by fostering an environment of trust and open communication with clients, their families, and staff. The company invests heavily in its caregivers, providing ongoing training and 24/7 support. This commitment to making lives better—for both those they care for and those who provide the care—shapes every interaction and ensures a high standard of service.

Required Criteria
Desired Criteria
Closing Date
Friday 30th January, 2026

Contract Type
fulltime

Salary
£13.50 Hourly