Bank (0 hour) Assistant Chef - Northbrooke House

Written By Simon Collins

Havenstreet, Isle of Wight

Island Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Assistant Chef to support the Head Chef in preparing nutritious and appealing meals for residents in our care home. The ideal candidate will have experience in a kitchen environment, a passion for cooking, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of food hygiene and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in preparing and serving meals according to dietary requirements and preferences.

  • Ensure cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen and food storage areas.

  • Follow food hygiene and safety regulations at all times.

  • Support with stock control, deliveries, and menu planning as needed.

  • Work collaboratively with kitchen and care staff to ensure residents’ dietary needs are met.

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in a catering or kitchen role preferred.

  • Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain).

  • Ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions.

  • Compassionate approach with an understanding of elderly care needs.

This is a rewarding role ideal for someone who enjoys cooking and wants to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Salary and Benefits

  • 0 hour contract - pick & choose your shifts

  • Monday - Friday £12.80 & weekend £14.08 + overtime is paid at £1.00 extra per hour

  • Attendance bonus + 50p per hour if all shifts are attended each month - T&C's apply

  • Employee referral bonus

Benefits of working here

About the Company

Island Healthcare is a family-run business that has been providing high-quality care to residents of the Isle of Wight since 2003. We currently operate six care homes and a domiciliary care service, serving 160 people. Island Healthcare is passionate about our residents and put them at the heart of everything we do. Our services are designed to meet people's needs and aspirations, including support for medication, personal care, social activity, and convalescence.

We believe in getting to know each resident on a personal level and keeping families connected. Island Healthcare's Hub initiative provides bespoke domiciliary care services and supports the health and well-being of local people. We also provide a daycare service from their homes, providing social activity as well as opportunities to visit the hairdresser, or chiropodist, or take a bath or shower.

The company believes that care should be more than just a necessity; it should be an experience that enriches lives and brings joy.

Simon Collins
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