Kitchen Assistant (bank) – Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
Location: Hampden Hall Care Centre, Tamarisk Way, Weston Turville, Aylesbury, HP22 5ZB
Hourly rate: £11.55 per hour, plus 50p per hour weekend enhancement
Shifts: 8:00am to 4:30pm and 11:00am to 7:30pm, shifts across Monday to Sunday
Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare! #CareWithUsAtWestgate
We are looking for a compassionate and caring Kitchen Assistant to join our family at Hampden Hall Care Centre. We seek individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude, and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion, and respect. If you want to make a difference in the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.
Why work at Westgate?
* Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on weekends and bank holidays
* Equal pay for young workers who are paid the same as staff aged 25+
* Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before payday and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shops
* Access to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)
* Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback card), Extras Discounts (employee discount scheme), and Cycle to Work Scheme
* Refer a Friend Scheme - earn up to £500 for a successful referral!
* Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g., Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team-building social events
* Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognised qualifications
* Access to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity
* Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development
About the role:
* Assist with the preparation of meals and the cleaning of serveries, kitchens, and staff areas on a daily basis
* Assist in washing crockery, cutlery, cooking, serving utensils, and kitchen equipment
* Distribute and collect crockery from the residents
* Relay and clear tea trolleys where applicable
* Accept and process kitchen deliveries, ensuring correct storage and inventory rotation
* Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas
* Carry out any reasonable request or instruction from the Home Manager or Head Chef
About you:
* The right to live and work in the UK
* Previous experience in a kitchen or catering environment is essential to be considered
* An understanding of Health and Safety, Infection Control, and COSHH
* A caring nature, positive attitude, and the ability to work in a team
* Good communication skills, both verbal and written
* Willing to work flexibly, including weekends and bank holidays
We reserve the right to close this vacancy once we receive suitable applications; therefore, an early submission is encouraged. Due to a high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
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