Job Description

for Kitchen Assistant

Job Purpose

Assisting the catering team to provide a high standard of food service while maintaining excellence in cleanliness.

Skills, knowledge and qualifications

Required:

Good, friendly communication skills.

Able to work within a close team.

Satisfactory DBS check and check against the ISA List (where applicable).

Knowledge / experience of health and safety legislation.

Flexible in approach to working rota.

Must have impeccable standards of personal hygiene and cleanliness.

Desired:

Food hygiene certificate.

Experience in working in a catering kitchen.

Reporting to:

Chef/cook and Second Chef/Cook

Main responsibilities

Working with the chefs, carrying out delegated duties which will include food & vegetable preparation.

Ensure all serveries are stocked with appropriate supplies and kept clean.

Collect dirty crockery and utensils from floors and ensure dishes are washed.

Clean all equipment used by cook including food trolleys.

Responsible for cleanliness in the kitchen as it is a high priority, with spillage's being cleaned up immediately.

Keeping all work surfaces clean.

Carry out cleaning rotas as required, including fridges, freezers and cookers. (NB also the serving areas).

Undertake Basic Food Hygiene Course.

Complies with requirements of the Health & Safety Act and COSHH regulations.

Maintain confidentiality at all times. Information gained about individual residents must not be mentioned outside the home.

Attend staff meetings and training sessions as required.

Wear appropriate clothing as stated in the company handbook.

This indicates only the main duties and responsibilities of the post. It is not intended as an exhaustive list.

The Company reserves the right to amend this from time to time, according to business needs and welcomes your suggestions to improve the post.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Ability to commute/relocate:

REDCAR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Kitchen Assistant: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 29/08/2025
Reference ID: C Silver Mews
Expected start date: 01/09/2025