Bank Kitchen Assistant

Bank Kitchen Assistant (zero hours contract)

Location: Saffron Walden, Essex

Employer: Occupop (Company: Bitrecruit)

Job Information

Salary: £13.45 per hour

Hours: 0 hours per week

About the role:

• Assist the Chef to prepare and cook nutritious, healthy meals for the people living in the care home
• Work according to scheduled meal plans, paying attention to individual dietary requirements
• Always maintain excellent standards of hygiene
• Work in a fast‑paced environment and support the dining experience at mealtimes
• Respect the choice and preferences of the people we care for
• Check kitchen equipment and report any concerns or faults to the Chef
• Understand and apply Health & Safety, Basic Food Hygiene, COSHH, safe moving and handling, and cross‑infection guidelines

What we are looking for from you:

• Experience cooking for large numbers
• A passion for preparing and assisting with cooking fresh, tasty, homemade food
• NVQ Level 2 in catering and hospitality, or equivalent by experience
• 2 years’ experience in a catering environment
• 12 months experience managing a kitchen
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work closely with residents and colleagues

What we offer in return for your hard work:

• 28 days holiday, including bank holidays
• Free on‑site parking*
• Enhancement to pay on bank holidays
• Refer a Friend Scheme rewarding £500 for each person referred
• DBS certificate paid by Excelcare*
• Funded qualifications via the apprenticeship programme (where required)
• Paid uniform
• Employee of the month – £100 for outstanding contribution
• Team appreciation week
• Blue Light Card reimbursement for a wide range of discounts

*Terms and Conditions apply

If you are interested in the position, please apply online today – we look forward to hearing from you.

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