About Us
At Fairfield Country Rest Home we aspire to provide personalised and compassionate support for each and every resident, fostering an environment where every resident feels cherished and valued. Our vision is to create a warm and inviting home where dignity, independence, and community thrive hand in hand.
We aim to set the standard for excellence in residential care, ensuring that each individual experiences a life enriched with comfort, purpose, and meaningful connections. Our kitchen and domestic teams play a vital role in delivering nutritious meals and maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our residents.
The Role
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Kitchen Assistant & Domestic Assistant to join our friendly team at our home in Launcells, Bude.
In this varied role, you will support the kitchen with daily food preparation and service, while also helping maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the home. You will play an important part in ensuring residents receive nutritious meals and live in a safe, hygienic, and comfortable environment.
Key Responsibilities
Kitchen Duties
- Assist with meal preparation and general kitchen duties.
- Support the kitchen team to provide nutritious, well-balanced meals for residents.
- Ensure high standards of food safety, hygiene, and cleanliness are maintained in the kitchen.
- Store food correctly and assist with stock rotation and monitoring supplies.
- Work with care staff to ensure residents' dietary needs, allergies, and special diets are met.
Cleaning & Domestic Duties
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout the home, including communal areas, resident rooms, bathrooms, dining rooms, and staff areas.
- Use the Care Control system to record cleaning tasks and maintain accurate hygiene records.
- Follow infection prevention and control procedures, including correct use of cleaning products and PPE.
- Ensure cleaning equipment is used safely and stored correctly.
- Report any hazards or maintenance issues identified while carrying out duties.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- A positive, can-do attitude and willingness to support both kitchen and domestic tasks.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good organisation and time management skills.
- Understanding of the importance of hygiene and cleanliness in a care home environment.
Desirable
- Previous experience in a kitchen, food preparation, cleaning, or hospitality role.
- Basic understanding of food safety regulations and kitchen hygiene standards.
- Experience in a healthcare, care home, or hospitality setting would be advantageous.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV to [email protected] (or if you do not have a CV we can email you an application form) or call 01288 381241 for more information.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Fairfield Country Rest Home is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.
All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to any protected characteristic. We encourage applications from all sections of society and are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within our workforce.
Job Type: Part-time
Benefits:
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Please confirm how how many weekly hours you are looking for ideally.
- Please confirm your availability for an interview over the next week.
Work Location: In person
