Kitchen Assistant​/Cook Engelberg Care Home

Kitchen Assistant / Cook

Do you have a passion for creating joyful and meaningful experiences? Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of elderly individuals? At Engelberg Care Home, we are seeking a Kitchen Assistant or Cook to join our already established team.

Engelberg Care Home is located in Ash Hill in Compton, with 34 modern bedrooms. We provide a warm, friendly and homely environment focused on delivering exceptional personalised care.

• Assist with food preparation as directed by the Chef.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in all kitchen areas, including washing up and sanitising equipment.
• Support with serving meals and drinks as required.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Report any maintenance issues, incidents, or accidents to the Head Cook.
• Prepare and serve balanced, high-quality meals in line with residents’ dietary needs and preferences.
• Support the Head Chef in menu planning, stock control, and ordering supplies.
• Ensure compliance with food hygiene, safety, and HACCP standards.
• Assist in supervising and training kitchen staff as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised kitchen environment at all times.
• Adapt meals for residents with modified or specialist diets.
• Contribute to a positive dining experience that promotes residents’ wellbeing.

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, ideally within a care or hospitality environment.
• Knowledge of dietary needs and nutritional requirements for older adults.
• Food Hygiene certificate (Level 2 or above).
• Ability to work well under pressure and as part of a small team.
• Passion for creating delicious, comforting food that residents enjoy.

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Referral programme (earn up to £500)
• Free DBS check

Part time, 20 to 30 hours.

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We are unable to support overseas applicants.