Kitchen Assistant (Bank)

Supportive Bridge Staffing & Recruitment is delighted to partner with Care UK to recruit an enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join their flexible bank catering team in Colchester, UK. Care UK is an award-winning provider committed to serving wholesome, delicious meals to residents in a warm, welcoming care environment in Colchester, UK.

In this adaptable catering role located in Colchester, UK, you will support the culinary team with basic food preparation, maintain high standards of kitchen hygiene, and handle dishwashing duties. Supported by Care UK's specialized Catering Academy in Colchester, UK, you will receive full induction training and coaching, making this an excellent entry point into healthcare catering with complete schedule flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation tasks including vegetable prep and making light meals or sandwiches in Colchester, UK.

• Maintain rigorous cleanliness standards across kitchen areas, washing utensils, pots, and food prep surfaces in Colchester, UK.

• Ensure correct, safe storage of dry, perishable goods, and cleaning chemicals in compliance with guidelines in Colchester, UK.

Requirements

• A positive, supportive team attitude and a genuine desire to contribute to resident wellbeing in Colchester, UK.

• Basic understanding of kitchen hygiene practices or a keen willingness to learn via the Catering Academy in Colchester, UK.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to follow instructions from the Head Chef and catering leadership in Colchester, UK.

Benefits

• Complete schedule autonomy through flexible bank work to suit your lifestyle commitments in Colchester, UK.

• Access your earned wages on demand via Wagestream alongside enhanced pay rates for Bank Holiday shifts in Colchester, UK.

• Professional development via Care UK's Catering Academy, apprenticeship pathways, wellbeing resources, and retail discounts in Colchester, UK.