Kitchen Assistant – Riverdale Court

Kitchen Assistant

Make a difference every day — one meal at a time.

Avante Care & Support is a well‑established charity, supporting and enhancing the lives of over 1,000 older people across our nursing and dementia care homes. We’re looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team at Riverdale Court, Welling.

The Role

You’ll be a key part of creating enjoyable, nutritious mealtimes in a warm and caring environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepping fresh ingredients – fruits, veggies, and more
• Helping serve meals and ensuring mealtimes are a warm, welcoming experience
• Keeping the kitchen and dining areas spotless and safe
• Supporting our Chef with meal planning, guided by the needs and preferences of our residents
• Championing hygiene, safety, and nutritional standards every day

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• A kind, understanding nature – you’ll be working closely with older people
• Enthusiasm for food and a willingness to learn
• A true team player

Desirable

• City & Guilds or similar catering qualification
• Knowledge of food hygiene, cultural diets, and nutrition
• Environmental Health Certificate in Food Hygiene

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• FREE DBS check & uniform
• Flexible working patterns
• Pension contributions
• Exclusive staff discounts at 800+ retailers
• Training & career progression opportunities
• 24/7 access to GP & counselling
• Employee recognition awards
• Life Assurance

If you’ve got a passion for food and people, and want a job where you go home each day knowing you’ve made a difference — we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now via our online careers portal.

Please note: If you are shortlisted, you will be invited to attend an interview.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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