Kitchen Assistant
Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.
Northampton, NN1 5BE
Salary
£12.72
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
28 September 2026
28 days left
Job description
Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were...
The role of Kitchen Assistant at Avery Healthcare involves supporting the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for safe production of beverages and meals. It is crucial to understand the principles of safe food handling and maintain high standards of hygiene. Responsibilities include contributing to team work, ensuring timely ordering of replacement goods, and respecting the dignity of residents and their visitors. The role requires a positive attitude, initiative, and the ability to handle demanding workloads while being efficient and caring.
Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant at Cliftonville Care Home in Northampton. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!
Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is tosupportthe catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents.
Other responsibilitieswillinclude
- Understandingthe principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene.
- Contributingfully to team working, responding positively tocolleagues,and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly.
- Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods.
- Actingaccordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.
To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.
Our ideal candidate must
- Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate anddemonstrateshigh standardsof personal hygiene.
- Have theknowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
- Be an efficient worker, capable ofa high levelof sustained physical effort and able torespond to a demandingworkload.
- Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working.
- Exhibit a caring andunderstanding attitude towards the residents.
ABOUT AVERY
At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.
Please note this role will require
- A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.
Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes, known for creating enriching experiences for residents and staff alike. With a vision of 'creating meaningful lives together,' Avery operates over 100 care homes, providing exceptional care in a supportive and inspiring environment. Employees are valued and empowered every day, making Avery a preferred choice for both residents and team members. Avery is committed to supporting and celebrating its staff, ensuring professional growth in a culture of respect, compassion, and exceptional care.
Qualifications
Essential
- The ideal candidate must hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene, have knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments. They should be efficient workers capable of sustained physical effort, demonstrate initiative, and maintain a positive team-working attitude.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
28 August 2026
Last checked
29 August 2026
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