Kitchen Assistant

The job itself

Join our award-winning team at Woldhaven Care Home!

Woldhaven Care Home is a warm, welcoming care home for older people in Pocklington. We are proud to have been rated "Good" by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) this year, reflecting our commitment to providing high-quality care and support for our residents.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and engaging Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly catering team. This is a rewarding role where you will help provide nutritious meals and excellent service to our residents every day.

Main Duties

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals and beverages.
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen.
• Support the Cook and wider kitchen team as required.
• Follow food hygiene, health and safety, and infection control procedures.
• Help ensure residents' dietary needs and preferences are met.

What We're Looking For

• A positive, reliable, and hardworking approach.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Previous kitchen experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• A genuine interest in supporting older people and enhancing their dining experience.

Hours and Working Pattern

Shifts worked between 7:00am and 6:00pm, with 6:00pm being the latest finish.

Working on a 4-week rolling rota.

The rota includes 2 weekends out of every 4 weeks.

Bank Holiday working is required as part of the rota.

Pay and Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Time and a half for all weekend hours worked.
• Double time for all Bank Holiday hours worked.
• Paid training and induction.
• Uniform provided.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to develop your skills within a respected care home.

If you take pride in your work and would like to be part of a caring team that makes a real difference to the lives of older people, we would love to hear from you.

For an informal chat please contact Woldhaven Care Home on View phone number on eastridingcouncil.jobs or email View email address on eastridingcouncil.jobs ( care home manager)