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Job Title: Kitchen Assistant
As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be responsible for helping to prepare meals, snacks, and drinks for residents within the guidelines set by the Home Manager and Chef/Cook. You will understand and promote the philosophy of choice, rights, and fulfillment for all residents. Getting to know the residents and understanding their likes and dislikes will ensure they enjoy their dining experience.
Joining us means becoming part of our extended family. You will work alongside passionate team members committed to providing a safe environment, warmth, and kindness to all who live and work in our homes.
About Beechside
Beechside is a 57-bed Care Home located in North Hykeham. The home offers tranquility with beautiful views that enhance spiritual wellbeing in a comfortable, homely setting.
In Return
The Trust is a great place to work; with nearly 1 year of experience in providing care, it is currently the second-largest not-for-profit provider in the UK. We reinvest every penny into our residents, colleagues, and care homes. We offer a competitive salary, training, and development opportunities.
Benefits
* 28 days holiday (including Bank Holidays)
* Higher rates of pay at weekends
* Free uniform
* Free DBS
* Access to Employee Assistance Programme
* Refer a Friend scheme with rewards for successful referrals
* Blue Light Card and “My Rewards” discounts on shopping, dining, and more
About You
You should be comfortable in an elderly care setting, able to relate to residents in a caring and sensitive manner.
Previous formal catering experience is not required, as training will be provided. However, holding a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is helpful. We seek someone passionate about cooking, maintaining high kitchen hygiene standards, with a positive attitude, good communication skills, and a dedication to providing excellent resident service.
You should be confident in engaging with elderly residents to understand their individual needs and enjoy working as part of the wider team in the home.
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