Kitchen Assistant

2 weeks ago

BurtonOnTrent, United Kingdom Raven Medical Full time

**Kitchen Assistant | Care Homes | Burton-Upon-Trent**

**Rate: £12-£15 per hour**

We are currently seeking a dedicated and reliable Kitchen Assistant to join our team at our esteemed care home. As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the qualified chef in preparing and serving delicious and nutritious meals to our residents, while ensuring adherence to dietary requirements and IDDSI guidelines.

**About us**

Raven Medical is a leading healthcare recruitment agency in the UK offering a high volume of flexible work for Qualified Chefs.

As one of the UK’s most trusted healthcare recruitment agencies, Raven Medical has built an excellent reputation, renowned for our commitment to professional standards, transparency and partnership-based approach to healthcare recruitment.

Our strong relationships with Trusts nationwide mean we have access to the most sought-after positions across the UK.

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist the chef in the preparation and cooking of meals, following recipes and portion control guidelines.
- Ensure that meals are served according to IDDSI (International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative) guidelines and maintain proper documentation related to IDDSI training completion.
- Assist in the planning and preparation of menus, ensuring a variety of dietary requirements are met.
- Help maintain a clean and organized kitchen area, including washing dishes, utensils, and equipment.
- Assist with stock management, including receiving and storing deliveries, monitoring inventory levels, and rotating perishable items.
- Follow all food safety and sanitation regulations to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to ensure smooth operations and timely meal service.
- Support the chef in training and supervising kitchen staff members on proper food handling and preparation procedures.

**Requirements**:

- Previous experience as a kitchen assistant or in a similar role is preferred.
- Completion of IDDSI training, with a solid understanding of IDDSI guidelines and their implementation.
- Knowledge of basic food preparation techniques and familiarity with kitchen equipment.
- Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks efficiently.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.
- A genuine interest in the well-being of elderly residents and a desire to contribute to their dining experience.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as a supportive work environment where your contributions will be valued.

If you are a motivated and enthusiastic individual with a passion for assisting in the preparation of delicious and nutritious meals for our care home residents, please submit your resume, along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and completion of IDDSI training. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to our team dedicated to providing exceptional culinary experiences to our residents.

**Job Type**: Commission

**Salary**: £12.00-£15.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Burton-On-Trent: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- Chef: 1 year (preferred)
- Catering: 1 year (preferred)
- Cooking: 1 year (preferred)
- Kitchen experience: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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