Kitchen Assistant

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team at our care home in Sheringham . This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about catering and eager to develop their skills, with the potential to progress into a Chef role in the future. This is an important role within the home, helping to support the smooth running of the kitchen and ensuring residents receive meals, snacks, and drinks in a safe, timely, and caring manner.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will work closely with the cook and care team to help maintain high standards of cleanliness, food hygiene, and service. You will also support residents with refreshments through tea trolley duties and assist with general kitchen cleaning and washing up dishes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals, snacks, and drinks
• Support with tea trolley duties and the delivery of refreshments to residents
• Clear tables and dining areas as required
• Carry out washing up duties, including dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas
• Assist with storing deliveries and rotating stock correctly
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety, and infection control procedures at all times
• Work as part of a team to ensure an efficient and high-quality catering service for residents

Requirements

• A positive, reliable, and hardworking attitude
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in a busy environment
• Understanding of basic food hygiene and cleanliness standards
• Previous kitchen or catering experience is desirable but not essential, as training can be provided
• Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable but not essential
• Right to work in the UK

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. All applicants must be willing to undergo appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check where applicable and satisfactory references. Everyone working within our home is expected to uphold high standards of conduct, dignity, and respect.

GDPR / Privacy Notice

In line with GDPR, any personal data submitted as part of your application will be processed solely for recruitment purposes and handled in strict confidence. Your information will only be shared with those involved in the recruitment process and retained in accordance with our data retention procedures.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Zero hours contract

Pay: £12.71 per hour

Work Location: In person