About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic and flexible Relief Kitchen Assistant to join our Hospitality team, providing casual cover across Jewish Cares campuses, care homes and community centres in North West London, including Golders Green, Hendon and the surrounding Barnet area.
This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the delivery of high-quality food and hospitality services. You will assist with basic food preparation, including vegetables, salads and sandwiches, prepare and arrange food counters and dining areas, serve hot and cold food and beverages, and help maintain a clean, hygienic and welcoming environment. You may also be required to operate the till and cash up.
You will play an important part in creating a pleasant dining experience for residents, visitors and colleagues, working both independently and as part of a busy team. Previous kitchen experience would be beneficial, along with a positive attitude, good communication skills and a willingness to undertake relevant training.
This is a relief/bank position paying £14.80 per hour, working on a casual, as-and-when-required basis to cover staff absence. Hours are not guaranteed, with shifts generally running from 7am to 3pm, and occasional weekend working as required. Applicants should hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or be willing to undertake the qualification.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a flexible and hardworking Relief Kitchen Assistant to support our Hospitality team across Jewish Cares North West London services. You will help with food preparation, serving meals and refreshments, setting up dining areas and maintaining excellent standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Working as part of a friendly team, you will help create a welcoming dining experience for residents, visitors and colleagues. Previous kitchen experience is desirable, but a positive attitude, good communication skills and willingness to learn are just as important. This is a casual relief role paying £14.80 per hour, with shifts generally from 7am to 3pm, including occasional weekends. Hours are offered as and when required and are not guaranteed.
About us
Jewish Care is the largest health and social care charity serving the Jewish community in London and the South East. Every week, our services support more than 12,000 people, delivered by over 1,200 dedicated colleagues across residential care, nursing, retirement living, community support, social work, and mental health services.
We provide care that is Jewish at heart, supporting older people and their families every step of the way while welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds. Guided by our values of Excellence, Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, and Inclusiveness, we are committed to delivering high-quality services where people feel valued, respected, and able to live meaningful lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are looking for a flexible and reliable Bank Kitchen Assistant to provide cover for staff absences on an as-and-when-required basis, offering casual hours with typical shifts of 7am3pm or 11am7pm.
At Jewish Care, food is more than just a mealits about comfort, community, and connection. Across our care homes and community centres, our catering teams play a vital role in creating welcoming environments where people feel at home.
About the role
Were looking for a Relief Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly catering team, supporting the delivery of high-quality meals and hospitality services.
This post is for a Relief/ Bank Kitchen assistant to provide absence cover on an as and when required basis - casual hours.
Typical shifts are 7am to 3pm or 11am to 7pm
This is a hands-on role where youll be part of a busy kitchen, helping with food preparation, keeping everything clean and safe, and supporting a great dining experience for our residents and community members.
What youll be doing
- Assisting with basic food preparation
- Washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
- Keeping kitchen and dining areas clean and organised
- Supporting meal service and preparing dining areas
- Helping with hospitality and special events
- Working closely with chefs and front-of-house teams
What were looking for
You dont need previous experiencewell provide training. What matters most is your attitude:
- Reliable and hardworking
- A team player who enjoys being busy
- Takes pride in cleanliness and hygiene
- Friendly and approachable
- Willing to learn and support others
Experience in a kitchen or catering environment is helpful but not essential.
Working pattern
Shifts may include
7:00am 3:00pm 11:00am 7:00pm
Flexibility to support occasional evening events and holidays
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to job description above
Desirable
- Please refer to job description above
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Jewish Care
Address
Stanmore
HA7 3FT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.jewishcare.org/ (Opens in a new tab)