Kitchen Assistant

Posted 3 days 15 hours ago by Bupa

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Hampshire, Southampton, United Kingdom, SO140
Job Description

Job Title: Kitchen Assistant

Location: Oak Lodge Care Home, 45 Freemantle Common Road, Bitterne, Southampton SO19 7NG

Hours: Full time, 33 hours per week

Pay: £13.30 - £14.30 per hour, depending on experience

Responsibilities
  • Act as the link between the main kitchen and residents.
  • Assist chefs in plating meals, preparing food trolleys, and maintaining clean and tidy preparation areas.
  • Monitor stock rotation, adhere to company policies and procedures, and follow all mandatory COSHH and HACCP guidelines.
  • Assist with catering for special events such as summer BBQs and Christmas parties.
Key Skills & Qualifications
  • Passion for food with previous experience working in a kitchen.
  • Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
  • Commitment to delivering excellent service at each meal and making residents feel at home.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with kitchen and care home teams.
Benefits
  • Free access to 24/7 medical support and advice.
  • Annual allowance for health products (approx. £350).
  • Wagestream early wage access up to 40%.
  • 28 days holiday plus statutory holidays.
  • Additional sick pay scheme beyond statutory pay.
  • Free meal on every shift.
  • Interest free annual travel loan and public transport season tickets.
  • Access to pension plans and parental leave scheme.
  • Menopause Plan support.
  • Discounts at gyms and fitness facilities across the UK.
Equal Opportunities

Bupa is a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and encourages applications from people with diverse backgrounds.