Kitchen Assistant - Bank

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant at Elton House Care Home in Watford. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is to support the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of
beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents. Other responsibilities include: Understanding the principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene. Contributing fully to team working, responding positively to colleagues, and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly. Advising on the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring the timely and appropriate ordering of replacement goods. Acting accordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident. ABOUT YOU To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do., The role of Kitchen Assistant at Avery Healthcare involves supporting the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals. This position aims to deliver high quality and comprehensive service to residents. Responsibilities include understanding safe food handling principles, team collaboration, advising on supply quality and timely ordering of goods, and acting respectfully towards residents and visitors. The ideal candidate should hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, demonstrate high personal hygiene standards, possess Health and Safety knowledge, and have an efficient work ethic. Avery Healthcare supports team members and values a culture of respect, compassion, and exceptional care.

Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes. The organisation is committed to enriching the later years of life, offering exceptional care and meaningful experiences for residents and team members alike. Avery places strong emphasis on creating positive work environments where employees feel valued and empowered. With a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together,' Avery operates over 100 care homes, fostering a supportive and inspiring environment. Employees are encouraged to grow in their careers with opportunities for learning and development. Avery Healthcare also ensures its teams are celebrated and supported in their roles.