Kitchen Assistant - Bank

About the role

We are looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated Kitchen Assistant – Bank to join our award‑winning team at Camberley Woods Care Home. You will support the catering function by preparing food and maintaining a clean, safe environment for residents.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and beverage service while adhering to high hygiene standards.
• Maintain a clean kitchen and work area to ensure safe production of meals.
• Follow safe food handling principles and health‑and‑safety procedures.
• Support team members, respond positively to instructions and help with ordering supplies.
• Respect the dignity and individuality of residents and their visitors.

Required profile

• Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate high personal hygiene.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety, including moving and handling, fire safety and COSHH.
• Ability to perform sustained physical effort and handle a demanding workload.
• Initiative, flexibility and a positive attitude to teamwork.

Required skills

• Food Hygiene certification
• Food handling knowledge
• Health and Safety awareness (Moving and Handling, Fire Safety, COSHH)

What we offer

• Shift patterns of 07:00‑15:30 or 11:00‑19:30.
• Supportive, caring environment with opportunities for learning and development.
• Being part of a team that values respect, compassion and exceptional care.