Athena Care Homes (UK) Ltd
Kitchen Assistant
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Kitchen Assistant
Kitchen Assistant
At Goodwins Hall Care Home, you will support the Head Chef in delivering high-quality food services to meet the needs of our 76-bedroom care home residents while maintaining strict standards and standards.
About Goodwins Hall Care Home
Located in a serene area at the base of Goodwins Road, our luxury care home features beautiful fountain decor at its entrance.
Goodwins Hall offers bespoke, high-quality care, an extensive activities schedule, and top-tier amenities. Our team is dedicated to ensuring every resident lives a happy and fulfilling life through excellent care, commitment, and a caring attitude.
About the Role
Under the authority of the Head Chef, the Kitchen Assistant will oversee catering, dining experiences, and maintenance of public areas, including ** Refreshments for residents and their guests** – all while upholding high standards for superior quality.
Salary
£12.71 per hour
Shift Pattern
30 hours per week, on a rota basis, from Monday to Sunday
Home Location
Goodwins Road, King’s Lynn, England, PE30 5PD
Key Duties & Responsibilities
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- Work alongside the Head Chef to guarantee that high-quality catering and exceptional dining experiences are provided.
- Assist the Head Chef in providing meals that comply with resident dietary requirements while ensuring dining spaces remain clean and well-stocked.
- Engage with residents in meaningful conversations and activities, aligning with their lifestyle choices in a way that respects their individuality, dignity, and communication preferences.
- Ensure food safety and hygiene compliance, meeting standards outlined in the Food Safety Manual and Health & Safety Manual for staff, residents, and visitors.
Training, Skills & Experience Required
- Previous experience in a kitchen environment or a catering background, preferably in a care setting (though not mandatory).
- NVQ Level 2 in Food Hygiene – desirable.
- Demonstrated reliability, excellent communication skills, and high attention to detail.
- Basic proficiency in computer usage, particularly Microsoft Office applications.
What We Can Offer
- Comprehensive induction to integrate seamlessly into the team.
- Competitive salary, with added bonuses for bank holidays.
- 28 days of holiday per year to support work-life balance.
- Free Blue Light Card, granting access to exclusive discounts via the Blue Light discount platform.
- Refer a friend scheme for rewards and recognition.
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About Athena
Athena Care Homes operates as a family-run business, managing seven residential care homes across East Anglia – including viewlocations in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, King's Lynn, and Ipswich.
We are dedicated to delivering exceptional residential, nursing, and dementia care while fostering a lasting positive impact in our communities.
Our facilities are managed by passionate, dedicated, and talented professionals, including leadership teams, clinical specialists, hospitality experts, and activities coordinators, ensuring outstanding care and experiences for residents.
We uphold our core values, instilling them across our care homes to drive every aspect of our work with thoughtfulness and commitment. Passion and dedication guide all our operations.
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