Kitchen Assistant - Care Home

Kitchen Assistant

Location: Cherry Trees Care Home, Stratford Road, Alcester, Warwickshire, B49 6LN

Pay Rate: £13.21 per hour

Hours: 16.00 hours per week (Includes every Saturday and 1 weekday)

Shift Pattern: Days

Job Type: Permanent (Part-Time)

Recruiting Partner: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

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At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we connect dedicated catering, hospitality, and care support staff with top-tier healthcare environments across the UK. We are currently recruiting a reliable and caring Kitchen Assistant on behalf of Barchester Healthcare for Cherry Trees Care Home in Alcester, Warwickshire.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a crucial role in delivering healthy, nutritious meals and exceptional dining experiences for our residents. Working 16 hours per week on day shifts (working every Saturday plus one weekday), you will support the kitchen team with meal preparation, kitchen hygiene, and serving hospitality that enhances our residents' daily life.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head Chef and kitchen team with basic food preparation and meal plating.

• Help maintain high standards of hygiene and cleanliness throughout the kitchen and dining areas.

• Support food service and engage warmly with residents to enhance their dining experience.

• Operate dishwasher equipment and ensure correct storage and care of kitchen utensils and crockery.

• Ensure full compliance with food safety regulations, infection control, and hygiene standards.

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking a reliable, considerate individual with a keen eye for cleanliness and a genuinely caring approach.

Requirements & Attributes:

• Experience: Previous experience in a commercial, care home, or hospitality kitchen is useful, though formal qualifications are not required.

• Standards: Dedication to maintaining strict kitchen hygiene and food safety standards.

• Attributes: Reliable, punctual, team-oriented, and passionate about supporting resident wellbeing through quality hospitality.

WHAT WE OFFER / REWARDS PACKAGE

In return for your commitment and teamwork, you will receive a competitive pay rate alongside an outstanding rewards package:

• Competitive Pay: £13.21 per hour (16 hours per week, Part-Time Permanent).

• Learning & Development: Free comprehensive training and skill development programs.

• Wellbeing Support: Access to physical and mental health wellbeing tools.

• Financial Perks: A wide range of retail discounts, lifestyle savings, and local offers.

• Recognition Schemes: ‘Employee of the Month’ rewards, ‘Long Service Awards,’ and unlimited referral bonuses through the ‘Refer a Friend’ scheme.