Kitchen Assistant (Full Time - 35 hours)

We are looking for a friendly, reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our Catering & Hospitality team at the Betty and Asher Loftus Centre in Friern Barnet. You will help create a positive dining experience for residents and community members, supporting our kitchen team with food preparation, meal service, cleaning and maintaining high standards of hygiene and organisation. You will also help prepare dining areas and support hospitality and special events. No previous kitchen experience is required, making this an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their skills in a busy catering environment. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys being part of a team, is approachable and willing to learn.

At Jewish Care, food is more than just a mealits about comfort, community, and connection. Across our care homes and community centres, our catering teams play a vital role in creating welcoming environments where people feel at home.

About the role Were looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly catering team, supporting the delivery of high-quality meals and hospitality services.

This is a hands-on role where youll be part of a busy kitchen, helping with food preparation, keeping everything clean and safe, and supporting a great dining experience for our residents and community members.

What youll be doing - Assisting with basic food preparation

What were looking for You dont need previous experiencewell provide training. What matters most is your attitude:

Experience in a kitchen or catering environment is helpful but not essential.

Working pattern 35 hours -Typically 5 days out of 7, including some weekends

Flexibility to support occasional evening events and holidays

Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, our services support more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services.

We provide care that is Jewish at heart, supporting older people and their families every step of the way while welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high-quality services where people feel valued, respected, and able to live meaningful lives.

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