ABOUT US:

At St. Matthews Healthcare, we are committed to being an outstanding care provider and employer of choice. We live our values by inspiring Passion for Care and putting People First while fostering Positivity and Partnership to drive Progressive growth. We are proud to thrive in a culture that embraces and actively Pursues Diversity.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Previous experience in a kitchen, catering, or hospitality role (preferred but not essential)
• Basic understanding of food hygiene and safety standards
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Willingness to undertake training, including food hygiene and health & safety courses
• Flexible and adaptable with a caring and respectful attitude toward patients

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our catering team within a Care Home environment. You’ll play a key role in supporting the preparation and delivery of nutritious meals for our patients, ensuring the highest standards of hygiene, safety, and service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in the preparation and serving of meals, snacks, and beverages
• Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen, dining areas, and equipment in line with health and safety regulations
• Support with basic food preparation tasks under the supervision of the cook or chef
• Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment, and ensure everything is stored properly
• Receive, unpack, and store food deliveries in accordance with food hygiene standards
• Ensure food is labelled and stored correctly to reduce waste and prevent contamination
• Follow all infection control policies and procedures, especially in a clinical environment
• Assist in serving meals to patients and ensuring dietary requirements are met
• Work collaboratively with kitchen staff, clinical teams, and support services
  Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or qualifications required.