Kitchen Assistant

6 days ago

Ipswich, United Kingdom Barham Care Centre Full time

Baylham Care Centre are looking for an enthusiastic individual to work alongside our established team to support the preparation and service of nutritious meals for residents in a care home setting, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen at all times, and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assist the chef in preparing and serving meals that meet residents' dietary needs and preferences.
- Wash, peel, and chop vegetables and other ingredients as directed.
- Set up and clear dining areas before and after meals.
- Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment either by hand or using a dishwasher.
- Clean and maintain kitchen surfaces, appliances, and floors.
- Assist in the receipt and storage of deliveries, ensuring stock rotation and minimizing food waste.
- Follow all food hygiene and health & safety guidelines, including COSHH and HACCP procedures.
- Report any kitchen equipment faults or food safety concerns to the cook or manager.
- Support residents respectfully during mealtimes if required.
- Work collaboratively with care staff to ensure residents' dietary requirements and preferences are understood and met.
- Attend mandatory training and staff meetings as required.

**Essential Skills & Qualifications**:

- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work under mínimal supervision.
- Reliability and punctuality.
- Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and respect for residents.

**Desirable**:

- Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment, especially within a care setting.
- Awareness of special diets, allergies, and texture-modified food.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: £12.21-£12.41 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
- Referral programme

Application question(s):

- Do you hold a valid Driving Licence?
- For compliance with UK Health and Safety Regulations, please confirm you are over the age of 18?

**Language**:

- English (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

  • Kitchen Assistant

    6 days ago

    Ipswich, United Kingdom Greene King Full time

    Join to apply for the Kitchen Assistant role at Greene King As a Kitchen Assistant, you’ll play a key part in the kitchen ensuring a busy service runs smoothly. You’ll make sure everything is well stocked, clean, and the team around you have everything they need to create the perfect dish for our customers. Company Description Join us at Greene King...

  • Kitchen Assistant

    6 days ago

    Ipswich, United Kingdom SR Career Solutions UK Ltd Full time

    Job Profile: Kitchen Assistant Start Date: ASAP End Date: 19-12-2025 Start time: 10:00 End time: 14:00 Work Address: St Margaret's primary school, Ipswich, IP4 Pay Rate: £12.21 Hourly Main Duties and Responsibilities Food Preparation and Service Assist in the preparation of vegetables, salads, sandwiches, and other simple dishes. Support the Cook in serving...

  • Kitchen Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Ipswich, United Kingdom The Willows, Ipswich Full time

    To assist the cook in the preparation of a balanced, nutritious diet within a controlled hygienic environment and support the cook in the effective operation of the kitchen. The Kitchen Assistant will also need to control stock, rotate foods and keep an eye on use by dates and ensure that the kitchen is left in a clean and hygienic state at the end of every...

  • Kitchen Assistant

    7 days ago

    Ipswich, United Kingdom Toby Carvery Full time

    With your support as a Kitchen Assistant at Toby Carvery - Ipswich, everything will run like clockwork! You’ll make sure everything is stocked up, clean, tidy and ready for the shift ahead. Join us at Toby Carvery, the home of the roast, where every day is a Sunday! Think perfectly ruffled potatoes, giant homemade Yorkies and pigs in blankets all year...

  • Kitchen Assistant

    7 days ago

    Ipswich, United Kingdom Toby Carvery - Ipswich Full time

    With your support as a Kitchen Assistant at Toby Carvery - Ipswich, everything will run like clockwork! You’ll make sure everything is stocked up, clean, tidy and ready for the shift ahead. Join us at Toby Carvery, the home of the roast, where every day is a Sunday! Think perfectly ruffled potatoes, giant homemade Yorkies and pigs in blankets all year...

  • Kitchen Porter/assistant

    2 days ago

    Ipswich, United Kingdom Takayama Restaurant Full time

    **About us** We are a small authentic Japanese and Korean restaurant located in Ipswich IP1 1TH. We are demanding and innovative serving fresh, high standard dishes. This is a permanent full time/part time position. (5-6 days a week). Some of your roles will include: - Cleaning and sterilising countertops, kitchen walls, stoves, ovens, grills and sinks -...

  • Kitchen Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Ipswich, United Kingdom Athena Care Homes Full time

    **_As a Kitchen Assistant at Avocet Court Care Home, you will be responsible for supporting the Head Chef to provide a high-quality food service within the home, ensuring that high standards are achieved to meet the needs of the residents._** **About Avocet Court Care Home**: Situated in a residential nook in Ipswich, our 115-bedroom Avocet Court Care Home...

  • Kitchen Porter/assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Ipswich, United Kingdom Takayama Restaurant Full time

    Join us in the heart of Ipswich at IP1 1TH, where we're known for our mouthwatering Japanese and Korean cuisine. We've grown into a bustling hotspot and we need someone with at least 1 year of kitchen experience to join our team! If you love cooking and want to learn more, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Whether you want to work full-time or...

  • School Kitchen Assistant

    3 days ago

    Ipswich, United Kingdom Brit Locums Full time

    Brit Locums Limited is looking for SCHOOL CATERING ASSISTANT in Ipswich area. **About You**: - High work ethic & team player. - Punctual & reliable. - Must have Enhanced DBS Certificate. - Catering experience is advantageous. **About the Job**: - Start - ASAP - Monday to Friday. - Rate: £11 per hour. - Paid weekly **Your Resposibility** - Helping to...

  • Kitchen Assistant/pot Washer

    5 days ago

    Ipswich, United Kingdom Bella Hotels Ltd Full time

    Bella Hotels Ltd is looking for a Kitchen Assistant. **Responsibilities** - Prepare and cook food to specifications - Clean and organize the kitchen, including all utensils and equipment - Work as a team member and assist in all areas in the kitchen, including but not limited to: line up, prep, cook, plate assembly, etc. - Assist with stocking inventory as...