14 hours per week, Saturday and Sundays, 7am to 2.30pm
An opportunity has arisen to join our hardworking catering team at The Mayfields care home, you will be assisting the Head Chef in providing, managing, and developing a high-quality catering service to approximately 60 residents, plus guests and visitors of this wonderful care home.
Key Responsibilities of a Kitchen Assistant:
• Assisting in the preparation, cooking and, attractive presentation of all meals.
• Prepare simple meals i.e., vegetables and salad items for service. Prepare ancillary items for service such as bread, snacks and, soft drinks.
• Provide regular interaction with residents to gain feedback regarding the service the catering team is providing.
• Prepare and deliver beverage/food trolleys for the residents between meals.
• Ensure the smooth transfer of supplies, goods and equipment between storage and work areas.
• Ensure the safe operation of all kitchen equipment in accordance with the appliance instructions and company policies and procedures.
Benefits and culture:
• Stability
• DBS paid for
• A Rewarding role
• Variety – no two days are the same!
• Ongoing training and development
• Excellent employment benefits
• Permanent contract available
• Annual Leave 28 days (Pro-rata)
• Blue Light discount card
• FlexEarn - providing you with the opportunity to withdraw a portion of your wages in advance of payday, to increase your choice and financial wellbeing.
• Refer a friend scheme
Training and development
We see training and development as an instrumental part of the success of each of our care homes.
Our Senior Care Assistants will receive a full induction on commencement of employment ensuring that everyone feels welcomed and has a good understanding of their role and of our high standards and ethos of the business.
Throughout your time with us we positively encourage further training through National Vocational Qualifications. This is available throughout all areas of our business to include all employees.
So, if you feel you are committed and passionate with a real “can do” attitude focusing on the delivery of outstanding services to our residents we would love to hear from you.
Founded in 1999, Castlemeadow Care has been delivering excellence in the delivery of care and support. We wouldn’t be able to do this without our compassionate, dedicated and talented teams throughout our homes. We are a passionate company and strive to constantly improve standards across all areas. As a rapidly growing business we’re always looking for passionate and committed individuals who take pride in making a difference in people’s lives.