Hoople Group
Kitchen Assistant - Hillside
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Join Our Award-Winning Team as a Kitchen Assistant
37.5 Hours per Week (Monday - Friday, Alternate Weekends) | Location: Hillside Care Centre
At Hillside Care Home, part of Hoople Care, we're passionate about providing exceptional, person-centred care that promotes reablement, independence, and dignity. We're proud to be led by the 2024 Hereford Times Manager of the Year, creating a supportive, positive workplace where our team can thrive.
About The Role
We're looking for a friendly and reliable Kitchen Assistant to join our welcoming team. You'll play an important part in helping us provide nutritious, well-presented meals for our residents while maintaining a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Support in the kitchen in compliance with food hygiene standards.
- Help to prepare and serve three healthy and nutritious meals daily, catering to the individual dietary needs of our residents.
- Assist with food preparation and meal service.
- Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
- Follow food safety and health and safety procedures.
- Help monitor stock levels and report shortages.
- Support the cook with day-to-day kitchen duties.
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What We Are Looking For
- A positive and hardworking attitude.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to work in a busy environment.
- Understanding of food hygiene principles (training can be provided).
- Previous kitchen experience is desirable but not essential.
- Level 2 Food Hygiene certification (training can be provided).
- A flexible approach to working hours with the ability to work alternate weekends.
Why Work With Us?
- Competitive pension (6% employer / 4% employee)
- 26 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (increasing with length of service)
- Healthcare cash plan and life assurance
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sickness pay
- Health and wellbeing support services
- £500 employee referral bonus
- Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
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Inclusive Employer
Hillside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and will ensure all requests for flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments are considered. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to be part of a team that puts people first. For more details or to apply, contact us today at:
- Phone: 01432 383853
- Email: email protected
Take the next step in your career at Hillside Care Centre – where every day is a chance to make a meaningful difference.
Important: Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. For feedback on your application, please reach out to Hoople Resourcing.
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