Part Time Kitchen Assistant

Are you passionate about working in a kitchen and contributing to a team that provides high-quality meals? At Burscough Manor Care Home, we are looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly and supportive catering team. Our care home is a modern, 80-bedded facility set in the peaceful surroundings of Burscough's historical airbase. We provide exceptional care to our residents, including complex care, dementia care, palliative care, and general residential and nursing care. A key part of this care is delivering delicious, nutritious meals tailored to our residents' needs. If you have a positive attitude, strong teamwork skills, and a desire to support a well-run kitchen, this is the role for you! As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play an essential role in the smooth operation of the kitchen. Your responsibilities will include: Assisting in the preparation and serving of fresh, home-cooked meals tailored to residents' dietary needs and preferences. Maintaining cleanliness and organization across all areas of the kitchen, ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards. Assisting with stock management, including deliveries and proper storage. Supporting the Chef/Cook and catering team during busy periods, including meal service. Ensuring the kitchen remains a welcoming and efficient environment for staff and residents. Undertaking any required training to enhance skills and support career progression.

To excel in this role, you should bring enthusiasm, reliability, and a commitment to maintaining high standards. Desirable: At least one year of catering or kitchen assistant experience. Preferred: Food Hygiene Certificate (training provided if not already held). Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. A proactive and flexible approach to work. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. A passion for providing a positive dining experience for residents.

Sandstone employees enjoy a range of benefits: Free uniform. Free Meals

• . Free DBS.
Discounts on the high street
• - with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
Refer-a-Friend - and get a £250 bonus Flexible pay
• - choose when you are paid, and get money management tips too
Free wellbeing programme - helping you look after your physical and mental health Employee recognition scheme - we recognise and reward great work Pension scheme - helping you plan for your retirement In-house training - on-going face-to-face training, tailored to you Career opportunities - The chance to 'make your mark' and play a key role
• Overtime is paid for working over full time hours. However, overtime enhancement will not feature on your contract of employment and can be withdrawn at any time as managers decision is final. Free meals are given if working over an 8 hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions. Discounts are accessed using our 'Reward Me' app. Flexible pay is available via 'WAGESTREAM'.