Kitchen Assistant – Hylton View
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Kitchen Assistant – Hylton View
Location: Hylton View, Old Mill Road, Southwick, Sunderland SR5 5TP
Salary: £12.71 Per Hour
Hours: 24 Hours/week across 3 days
Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Requirements
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
- Previous kitchen or catering experience desirable but not essential
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently when needed
- Reliable, flexible, and a strong team player
About Us
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is a warm and welcoming community with over 1,500 dedicated professionals across 27 homes—from Morpeth to Milton Keynes. We support nearly 1,200 residents, offering everything from elderly and dementia care to care for younger adults with neurological or physical disabilities. At the heart of everything we do? Kindness, inclusivity, and putting people first—always.
Your Role
As a Kitchen Assistant you will support in the smooth running of the kitchen by helping with basic food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and assisting the cooking team. This is an essential role that helps ensure meals are delivered safely, hygienically, and efficiently.
You'll be responsible for:
- Assisting with basic food prep tasks such as peeling, chopping, and portioning
- Prepare simple dishes as directed (e.g. salads, sandwiches)
- Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
- Clean kitchen surfaces, floors, and storage areas
- Unpack and store deliveries correctly (following rotation and labelling procedures)
- Adhere to all food hygiene, health, and food safety standards
What We're Looking For
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
- Previous kitchen or catering experience desirable but not essential
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently when needed
- Reliable, flexible, and a strong team player
What You'll Get in Return
- Competitive pay
- Ongoing training & professional development
- Supportive, friendly team environment
- Genuine career progression across 27 care homes
- Employee Assist Programme for mental health & well-being support
- Go the Extra Mile (GEM) Awards – celebrating your amazing work
- Employee Of The Month – Appreciating our employees
- FlexEarn – access your earnings early for any extra shifts worked
- Refer a Friend Scheme – earn £200 for every successful referral
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're passionate about care, proud of your profession, and want to be part of something special—we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become a valued member of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] family—where your dedication, skill, and kindness will help shape brighter days for every resident.