Kitchen Assistant

Job Reference Ref/62/1302Apply for this jobContract TypeFull TimeContract DetailsPermanent Full time, 36 hours per week, Alternate weekend shiftsSalary£13.00 per hourWorking Hours36 hours per week, Alternate weekend shifts Location:Harts GardensClosing Date04/06/2026HomeClaremont CourtBenefits of joining our team£13.00 per hourPaid breaks on 12-hour shiftsFull time - 36 hours per week Weekday and alternate weekendsPaid holidayPensionStaff recognition schemesRefer a Friend bonus of up to £1000Cycle to work schemeEmployee Assistance ProgrammeComprehensive Training and Career DevelopmentA friendly and supportive working environmentDedicated mental health championsBecoming a SuperheroWhy join us?We’re proud of our happy home and are dedicated to creating a place where everyone enjoys coming to work each day.As well being part of a lively and supportive team, we are surrounded by fascinating residents who also bring so much to our lives every day too.About The RoleAs our Kitchen Assistant you will assist our Chef in preparing and cooking a variety of nutritious meals for our residents. An important part of your role will to keep the kitchen clean, safe and tidy at all times whilst on shift. You will also help with serving meals and will interact with our residents on a daily basis - so you’ll be friendly, caring and kind whilst respecting our resident’s dignity at all times.Here’s some other important things you need to know:You’ll need to understand and comply with statutory and legal requirements such as HACCP, Health & Safety, COSHH and Environmental Health.You’ll ensure that all kitchen equipment is in full, safe working order, immediately report any faults to the Chef and the Head CaretakerThe Ideal CandidateExceptional people make an exceptional care homeWe're looking for people who have a caring nature and want to work as part of an amazing team, surrounded by kindness and fun! For most of the roles in our vibrant care home, you don’t need specific qualifications or experience to be successful as full training is provided.What we do look for are individuals who share our sense of compassion, care about people’s comfort and happiness and want to make a positive difference to the lives of our treasured residents and team members.You must be able to work a minimum of 24 hours per weekAbout Us And Our HomeCaring for Our Mental Health – TogetherAt Claremont Court Care Home, we believe a happy, supported team delivers the best care. That’s why we’ve signed the Mental Health at Work Commitment – developed by experts with six essential standards that help us to create a home where everyone feels safe, valued, and able to thrive.From trained Mental Health Champions to our online Wellbeing & Mindfulness Space, we make sure our people have the tools, time, and support they need – because your wellbeing matters here and when we take care of our minds, we can take care of each other and our residents even betterApply for this job