Kitchen Assistant

Job Description

As a Kitchen Assistant with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group, you will be part of the team responsible for supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality catering services. Your role will have a direct impact on the wellbeing, nutrition, and overall experience of the service users you support.

Our values are not slogans. They shape how we treat people, how we work together, and what we expect from each other.

About the Service

Castle Donington Nursing Home is a purpose built, dual registered care home for up to fifty individuals. Opened in 2003 and registered with the Care Quality Commission for personal and nursing care of individuals, including a specialist behavioural unit. The catering team plays an important role in supporting health, wellbeing, and daily routines, ensuring service users receive safe, nutritious, and appropriate meals.

About the Role

• Support the preparation, cooking, and service of meals, ensuring all duties are carried out safely and in line with food hygiene and organisational standards.
• Assist with basic food preparation, including salads, sandwiches, and vegetable preparation, as well as supporting simple cooking tasks where required.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness across the kitchen and dining areas, including washing up, cleaning surfaces, and following cleaning schedules.
• Support stock handling, including receiving, checking, storing, and rotating supplies, helping to maintain appropriate stock levels and minimise waste.
• Assist in serving meals and working alongside care teams to support a positive mealtime experience for service users.

About You

• You have a basic understanding of food hygiene and safe working practices, or are willing to learn.
• You are able to follow instructions, work as part of a team, and support others to maintain standards.
• You are reliable, organised, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• You take pride in maintaining cleanliness and supporting a safe working environment.
• You communicate clearly and understand the importance of your role within a care setting.

What Our Values Mean in Practice

• Reputable Care: Supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality catering services. Maintaining hygiene standards and following procedures at all times.
• Respect and Compassion: Supporting service users through a clean, safe, and positive dining experience. Understanding the importance of food in daily life and wellbeing.
• Robust Communication: Working effectively with kitchen and care teams. Following instructions and sharing information clearly where required.
• Real Commitment: Being reliable and consistent in maintaining standards. Supporting colleagues and contributing to a safe and efficient kitchen environment.

What We Offer

We provide a structured induction and ongoing support to ensure you are confident and effective in your role. You will have access to training and opportunities to develop within a well-established organisation. You will be part of a team where your contribution has a direct impact on service user experience.

Join our team at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group and help us continue to provide exceptional care and service to our residents.

You will be joining [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], a company with over 35 years of experience in offering the highest levels of care to our most vulnerable in society. Our core values, Reputable Care, Respect and Compassion, Robust Communication and Real Commitment are at the heart of everything we do.

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is covered by [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Equal Opportunities Statement

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, in line with the Equality Act 2010.

We encourage applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications, and the needs of the service.

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How to Apply

Click the 'Apply Now' button on this page or contact the HR Team on [contact hidden] for additional information. Work authorization: United Kingdom (required). Work Location: In person.

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