Kitchen Assistant

**Kitchen Assistant**

An exiting opportunity has arisen to join our hardworking catering team at Lincoln House care home, you will be assisting the Head Chef in providing, managing, and developing a high-quality catering service to approximately 60 residents, plus guests and visitors of this wonderful care home.

Offering **28** **hours per week**, to include alternate weekends and some evening hours, at an hourly rate of **£12.60**.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist in the preparation, cooking and, attractive presentation of all meals.
- Prepare simple meals i.e., vegetables and salad items for service. Prepare ancillary items for service such as bread, snacks and, soft drinks.
- Provide regular interaction with residents to gain feedback regarding the service the catering team is providing.
- Prepare and deliver beverage/food trolleys for the residents between meals.
- Ensure the smooth transfer of supplies, goods and equipment between storage and work areas.
- Ensure the safe operation of all kitchen equipment in accordance with the appliance instructions and company policies and procedures.

**Benefits and culture**:

- We live by our company values - we are one big family, everything we do is from the heart, caring is our passion, always have fun, nothing is too much.
- A Rewarding role
- Variety - no two days are the same
- Ongoing training and development; including fully funded diplomas up to NVQ level 5.
- Long term career opportunities
- Annual Leave 28 days
- FlexEarn - providing you with the opportunity to withdraw a portion of your wages in advance of payday, to increase your choice and financial wellbeing.
- No DBS fees.
- Employee assistance program to support your health and wellbeing.
- Blue Light Card offering a number of discounts across retail and hospitality.
- Refer a friend scheme.
- Being part of an award-winning organisation

Founded in 1999, Castlemeadow Care has been delivering excellence in the delivery of care and support. We wouldn’t be able to do this without our compassionate, dedicated and, talented teams throughout our homes. As a rapidly growing business we’re always looking for passionate and committed individuals who take pride in making a difference in people’s lives.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.35 per hour

Expected hours: 28 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Financial planning services
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Swanton Morley NR20: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Kitchen: 2 years (required)

Work Location: In person