Kitchen Assistant
About this role
Job Advertisement: Kitchen Assistant
Position: Kitchen Assistant
Location: Mellish House, Sudbury (CO10 0EH)
Pay Rate: £12.71 per hour
Contract Type: Part-Time, 30 hours per week (Shifts include alternate weekends)
About the Role
Are you passionate about food, cleanliness, and making a positive impact on residents' daily lives? We are seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join the family at Mellish House, a 48-bedded specialist dementia care home in Sudbury.
In this role, you will support our catering team in keeping the kitchen running smoothly, ensuring exceptional standards of hygiene, and helping prepare comforting, delicious meals that make our residents feel right at home.
Key Responsibilities
Keep the kitchen clean, tidy, and impeccably organized at all times.
Uphold the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and health regulations.
Assist the chef with basic cooking, baking, and meal prep tasks when required.
Handle dishwashing, utensil care, kitchen equipment maintenance, floor cleaning, and waste disposal.
What We Are Looking For
A positive, collaborative team player with a cheerful and supportive attitude.
A genuine desire to enhance the daily dining experience of our residents.
Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment is a plus, but not essential—we provide full training!
A strong commitment to cleanliness, safety, and operational excellence.
Why Join Us?
At Caring Homes, we believe in treating our team like family and ensuring you have a healthy work-life balance. Enjoy a supportive work culture along with fantastic perks:
Competitive Pay: £12.71 per hour.
No Late Evenings: Enjoy consistent hours that let you maintain a healthy balance between work and your personal life.
Career Growth: Ongoing professional development, training, and apprenticeship opportunities.
Comprehensive Benefits: Free DBS & Blue Light Card, high street discounts, and an Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.