Kitchen Assistant Bedford, England
Job description
The opportunity
Can you imagine how lovely it will be to bring smiles to our wonderful residents through the work that you do? Are you an experienced Kitchen Assistant with a natural ability to care? We think you will love being part of our amazing Milton Ernest family.
Milton Ernest Hall is a beautiful Grade I listed building set in stunning grounds just on the outskirts of Bedford. The home is rated Good by the CQC and enjoys a 9.7 Review score on Carehome.co.uk – a fabulous home complete with awesome residents and a brilliant team!
About you
Whether you’re new to care or have years of experience, you understand what it means to provide an exceptional dining experience.
You know how to make sure your residents are at the heart of everything you do. You enjoy your work with positivity & happiness. Work for you is feeling part of a family where you can be supported to enjoy a long & rewarding career.
The day-to-day
- As part of the Catering Team, you will assist in the kitchen with cooking, preparation, and cleaning duties when required.
- You will contribute towards and providing an outstanding dining experience for our residents.
- You will be passionate and take a friendly approach to empower & support residents to achieve even the smallest of conquests through encouraging choice, independence & dignity.
- You will provide a friendly welcoming service to visitors to the home.
- With unparalleled kindness, you’ll assist the everyday needs of our residents, from companionship to joining in with activities & events.
- You’ll be talented in building strong & fulfilling relationships with your Majesticare team our residents, families, friends & within the local community.
- Previous experience in a similar role is essential.
- Food Hygiene and Food Qualifications would be advantageous for this role.
- As part of the role, regular weekend work may be requested.
- This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Benefits
- £10.90 per hour
- 9am - 6pm 3 days per week.
- Working alternate weekend
- Paid Breaks
- Comprehensive training & full induction plan.
- Professional career development programme that’s unique to you.
- Access to literally 1000’s of high-street, leisure & retail discounts & savings through our STAR hub!
- Employee referral programme CareFriends – offering up to £2000 per employee referral!
- Rewards & recognition – STAR hub – value cards, roadshows, random acts of kindness to name but a few!
- Annual STAR awards – nominated & recognised by the whole Majesticare family.
- 28 days Annual leave including Bank Holidays
- Paid breaks
- Majesticare Well-being – advice to support improving financial, mental & physical well-being.
- Paid for DBS check & uniforms
Dedicated to creating outstanding homes to live and work.
We've been building award-winning careers for over 20 years
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 27 - 36 per week
Salary: £10.90 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bedford: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: One location
