Kitchen Assistant
8 days ago
Eastbourne
We are recruiting a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join a welcoming, luxury 20-bed residential care home for elderly residents, located in the heart of Eastbourne. \n This is a small, stand-alone care home offering a warm, homely and comfortable environment, where residents' individual needs, dignity and wellbeing are at the heart of everything the team does. \n As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the kitchen team to provide nutritious, appetising and well-presented meals for residents. You will help ensure the kitchen is kept clean, organised and hygienic, contributing to a high standard of food service within the home. \n The position offers 20 hours per week, working Monday to Friday from 9:30am to 1:30pm, making it ideal for someone looking for consistent weekday hours. \n Working as part of a friendly and supportive team, you will help create a positive dining experience for residents, ensuring they can enjoy their meals in comfortable and welcoming surroundings. \n This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a kitchen environment and would like to make a genuine difference to the daily lives of older people. \n About the Home \n\n • Stand-alone 20-bed luxury residential care home for elderly residents.\n, • Centrally located in Eastbourne.\n, • Warm, welcoming and homely environment.\n, • Small, close-knit team with a personal approach to care.\n, • Strong focus on residents' comfort, dignity and wellbeing.\n, • Commitment to providing nutritious, enjoyable meals.\n, • High standards of cleanliness, food hygiene and service.\n\n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Assist the cook and kitchen team with the preparation and service of meals.\n, • Help prepare ingredients and undertake basic food preparation as required.\n, • Assist with serving meals and refreshments to residents.\n, • Ensure food is handled, stored and prepared safely.\n, • Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the kitchen.\n, • Wash dishes, pots, pans, utensils and kitchen equipment.\n, • Clean work surfaces, floors and kitchen areas in accordance with hygiene procedures.\n, • Assist with receiving, checking and storing food deliveries.\n, • Monitor kitchen supplies and report when items need replenishing.\n, • Follow food safety, health and safety and infection prevention procedures.\n, • Support the kitchen team in meeting residents' dietary requirements and preferences.\n, • Work collaboratively with care staff and colleagues to ensure residents receive a positive dining experience.\n, • Treat residents, visitors and colleagues with kindness, courtesy and respect.\n\n Candidate Requirements \n\n • Previous kitchen assistant, catering or hospitality experience is desirable but not essential.\n, • A reliable, hardworking and positive attitude.\n, • An understanding of the importance of food hygiene and kitchen cleanliness.\n, • Good organisational skills and attention to detail.\n, • Ability to work effectively as part of a small team.\n, • Willingness to follow instructions and established procedures.\n, • A friendly, caring and respectful approach to working with older people.\n, • Ability to work in a busy kitchen environment and manage tasks efficiently.\n, • A genuine desire to contribute to residents' comfort and wellbeing.\n\n Relevant food hygiene training or a willingness to undertake training would be beneficial. \n Benefits & Perks \n\n • £12.80 per hour.\n, • 20 hours per week, Monday to Friday.\n, • Consistent daytime hours: 9:30am–1:30pm, 4 hours per day.\n, • Weekends off.\n, • Opportunity to work in a luxury 20-bed residential care home.\n, • Central Eastbourne location.\n, • Friendly and supportive working environment.\n, • Small, close-knit team.\n, • Rewarding role supporting the daily lives of older residents.\n, • Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to residents' mealtimes and overall wellbeing.\n\n To Apply \n Please contact Myles on or email to discuss this opportunity.