Kitchen Assistant

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Hemel Hempstead, HP2 5NP, GB, GB Until 9/21/2026 First posted July 23, 2026 Last posted July 23, 2026
Job description

About Our Home:

Nestled in the bustling heart of Hemel Hempstead, Queensway House isn’t just a care home—it’s a haven where every corner is crafted with love and every moment is tailored for joy. Just a stone’s throw from shopping delights and transport conveniences, our residents find solace in our expansive grounds, cinematic escapes, and tranquil meditation spots. But it’s the personal touch, the dedication of our teams like Paul, who transform seasons within our walls, that truly makes Queensway a finalist-worthy home. Here, care is an art, and every day is a masterpiece in the making. Welcome to Queensway House.

What does the role involve?

  • Assist, as directed, with the preparation of produce for meal time service this may include cooking of breakfast items, vegetable preparation and the making of sandwiches.
  • To ensure that all kitchen equipment and kitchen areas are cleaned according to the cleaning schedules. Therefore, you must have the ability to be organised.
  • To ensure statutory and Company Health and Safety Regulations are adhered to.
  • To ensure correct storage of all dry and perishable cook chill goods as soon as possible after receipt and checking.
  • To ensure the correct, safe storage of cleaning materials.
  • To ensure that all crockery, cutlery and drinking vessels for resident’s use are thoroughly cleaned using the main kitchen dish washing machine.
  • To ensure that all pots, pans, cooking utensils and service counter containers are cleaned to the required standards and correctly stored after cleaning.

Benefits

  • Salary £12.80 per Hour
  • Employee of the Month
  • Long term service awards
  • Blue Light Card
  • Professional Development
  • Refer a Friend
About this role

Summary

Assist in food prep, cleaning, and maintaining safety standards in a care home kitchen.

Job title

Kitchen Assistant

Experience level

none

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

On-site in Hemel Hempstead, no remote work allowed.

Salary

£0k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

organisedcleaningfood safety

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

food preparationcleaninghealth and safetyfood storage
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Hemel Hempstead, UK

On-site City