Kitchen Assistant
Kitchen Assistant – Lewes - £11.44 per hour
- 62 Bedded Nursing and Dementia home
- Full time; 40hrs per week (shifts include alternate weekends)
Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through your work? Do you value a supportive environment where work-life balance is a priority? Caring Homes is looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our family.
Our mission is simple: to make each home the best possible place to live and work for our residents and our teams. A place that feels like home, whether we live there or work there, because of the way we behave and the environment we create – and this includes our support team. We’re a family.
Why Join Us?
Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balancing your personal and professional life. Our flexible scheduling options are designed to fit your lifestyle.
Supportive Environment: At Caring Homes, you’re part of a family. We foster a collaborative and caring environment where every team member is valued.
Growth Opportunities: We believe in continuous development and provide opportunities for professional growth within our organization.
Perks:
- No late evenings, allowing you to enjoy a better work-life balance.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Ongoing professional development including training and support to help you excel in your role including apprenticeship opportunities.
- A supportive and inclusive work environment.
- Free DBS & Blue Light Card
- High street discounts
- Employee assistance program for personal and professional support.
Who We’re Looking For:
- A team player with a positive attitude.
- Someone with a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of our residents.
- Previous experience in a kitchen or catering role is a plus, but not essential – we provide full training.
- A commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.
What You’ll Do:
- Ensure the kitchen is clean, tidy, and well-organised.
- Uphold the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
- Support the chef in cooking and baking tasks when required.
- Wash all the dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Sweep and mop floors and take out the rubbish regularly.
Join us in creating a place that truly feels like home for our residents and our team members alike.
Apply now and become part of our caring family!