At Sycamore Court, we are committed to creating a warm and welcoming environment for our residents, providing quality care and comfort. We are looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our team on a zero-hour contract, offering flexibility and the chance to make a difference every day.

Job Summary:

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support our kitchen team to ensure the smooth operation of meal service for our residents. You will play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment and assisting in the preparation and serving of meals.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in food preparation, including chopping, portioning, and plating meals.

• Serve meals to residents in a friendly and respectful manner.

• Ensure the kitchen and dining areas are kept clean, organized, and meet all hygiene and health standards.

• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.

• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.

• Follow food safety and hygiene regulations to the highest standard.

• Work collaboratively with the kitchen and care teams to ensure residents’ dietary needs and preferences are met.

What We Are Looking For:

• Previous experience in a kitchen or catering role (preferred but not essential).

• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

• Flexibility to work shifts as needed, including weekends and public holidays