Kitchen Assistant

Brook View Neurological Centre is a purpose-built neurological rehabilitation and long-term care centre in Worcester, West Midlands. Supporting adults with complex neurological conditions and injuries, the centre provides personalised care and rehabilitation focused on promoting independence and achieving meaningful outcomes. With modern facilities, a physiotherapy gym, independent living apartment and landscaped gardens, colleagues work as part of an experienced multidisciplinary team to make a meaningful difference to the people we support. £27,389.14 per annum 40 hours Days Paid DBS, pension and uniform provided 28 days annual leave (pro rata for part time), inclusive of Bank Holidays Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services Refer a Friend Bonus – up to £750 per referral (nurse & care roles only) Role Overview~ As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support the kitchen team with the preparation and delivery of nutritious, high quality meals for the people we support. Working alongside the chefs, the role includes food preparation such as chopping, mixing, portioning and assembling ingredients, as well as supporting basic cooking and meal preparation in line with planned menus and individual dietary requirements. You will help maintain high standards of food hygiene and safe working practices, including stock rotation, food storage and temperature checks. The role also involves supporting the kitchen team to meet the nutritional and dietary needs of individuals, including texture-modified and specialist diets. A caring and sensitive approach is important when working around people with neurological conditions, including those who may have cognitive, physical or communication difficulties. What We Are Looking For Previous experience in a catering or kitchen environment Experience in a healthcare or care setting is desirable Understanding of food safety, hygiene and health and safety requirements Experience preparing meals for special dietary or texture-modified requirements is desirable Flexible, proactive and willing to learn Able to work under pressure and use initiative Compassionate and respectful approach Ability to work effectively as part of a team About us Inspire Neurocare is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. Inspire Neurocare provides specialist care and rehabilitation for people with complex neurological needs, with a focus on delivering high quality, person-centred care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive. Our values Kind|Inclusive|Nurturing|Dynamic are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in specialist neurocare, we would love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED