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Kitchen Assistant

Gold Care Homes
£95 - 95 per year
N15 5RE London
Full time

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5.2

Rated 5.2 out of 10, based on 21 employees who took the Breakroom Quiz

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About Gold Care Homes

Gold Care Homes is a social care provider. They operate residential and nursing homes and provide, palliative, dementia and respite care.

Job description from Gold Care Homes

About our Home:

CQC rated us good!

Peregrine House offers personalized, residential care to those aged 40 and over who require support for physical disabilities and/or managing mental health. Set in bustling Tottenham, the home benefits from good transport links to the nearby sounds and sights of London. Each one of our residents benefits from unique, personalized care, designed to make their stay with us as enjoyable and fulfilling as possible.

Experience is not necessary but if you have the right attitude and want to share our values and delivering our aim by:

  • Being responsive and showing compassion to the individual needs of all.
  • Providing residents and staff with a warm, friendly, healthy and safe environment to live and work.
  • Establishing a person-centred approach to care.
  • Building the best team by encouraging training and self-development of all.

Requirements

What does the role involve?

  • Assist, as directed, with the preparation of produce for meal time service this may include cooking of breakfast items, vegetable preparation and the making of sandwiches.
  • To ensure that all kitchen equipment and kitchen areas are cleaned according to the cleaning schedules. Therefore, you must have the ability to be organsied.
  • To ensure statutory and Company Health and Safety Regulations are adhered to.
  • To ensure correct storage of all dry and perishable cook chill goods as soon as possible after receipt and checking.
  • To ensure the correct, safe storage of cleaning materials.
  • To ensure that all crockery, cutlery and drinking vessels for resident’s use are thoroughly cleaned using the main kitchen dish washing machine.
  • To ensure that all pots, pans, cooking utensils and service counter containers are cleaned to the required standards and correctly stored after cleaning.

Benefits

What we can offer you:

  • £9.50 per hour
  • Monthly employee recognition awards.
  • Regular team outings.
  • Company pension.
  • Access to perk box with discounted offers for staff.
  • Refer a friend incentive scheme – Up to £250 T&Cs apply.
  • Industry-recognized training and development are offered and encouraged.
  • Mentorship/buddying from our friendly team.

Job insights from Breakroom

Kitchen and catering assistant

Kitchen porters or kitchen assistants prepare food, make sure chefs have everything they need

What you’ll do as a kitchen and catering assistant:

  • Plan meals
  • Prepare and cook food
  • Purchase food and look after a budget
  • Be responsible for the hygiene and safety of food served

Is it right for you?

This job may involve:

  • Standing
  • Physical activities
  • Wearing a uniform
  • Cleaning
  • Anti-social hours

Map

N15 5RE London

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What employees say

Pay

    Good
  • Most people are paid a living wage

    Do Gold Care Homes pay a living wage?

    Most people are paid a living wage.

    How we know this

    67% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.

    Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should be paid enough to live on.

    The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.

    The current rates are £12.00 per hour, and £13.15 per hour in London.

    Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.

  • Okay
  • Only some people are paid market rates

    Do Gold Care Homes pay market rates?

    Only some people are paid above average for their job.

    How we know this

    50% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.

    Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get paid breaks

    Do workers at Gold Care Homes get paid breaks?

    No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.

    How we know this

    100% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should have paid breaks.

    You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t get sick pay

    Do Gold Care Homes pay sick pay?

    No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.

    How we know this

    93% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.

    Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.

    At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.

    This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.

  • Okay
  • Some people do unpaid extra work

    Do workers at Gold Care Homes do extra work that they don't get paid for?

    Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.

    How we know this

    44% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.

Hours and flexibility

    Good
  • Most people don’t worry about their hours

    Do workers at Gold Care Homes worry about hours?

    Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.

    How we know this

    71% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.

    Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.

    A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.

    This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get a choice of shifts

    Do Gold Care Homes workers get to choose the shifts they work?

    Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.

    How we know this

    50% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.

    Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.

  • Okay
  • Can be hard to change shifts

    How easy is it for Gold Care Homes workers to change shifts?

    Some people find it hard to change shifts.

    How we know this

    67% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.

    Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between October 2021 and September 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.

  • Okay
  • Can be hard to book holiday

    How easy is it to book a holiday at Gold Care Homes?

    Some people find it hard to book holiday.

    How we know this

    43% of people report it’s hard to book holidays.

    Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and November 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.

  • Good
  • Shifts don’t get changed at short notice

    Do Gold Care Homes managers change shifts at short notice?

    Most managers don’t change people’s shifts at short notice.

    How we know this

    81% of people say their manager doesn’t changes their shifts at the last minute.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.

  • Okay
  • Some people find it hard to take sick leave

    How easy is it to take sick leave at Gold Care Homes?

    Some people find it hard to take sick leave.

    How we know this

    57% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.

    Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and November 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.

    A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.

Workplace

    Okay
  • Only some people feel treated with respect

    Do people at Gold Care Homes feel treated with respect by their managers?

    Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.

    How we know this

    54% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.

    Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get proper breaks

    Do people at Gold Care Homes get proper breaks?

    Some people don’t get proper breaks.

    How we know this

    67% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.

    Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people are stressed

    Is it stressful to work at Gold Care Homes?

    Most people feel stressed here.

    How we know this

    79% of people say they often feel stressed at work.

    Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and November 2023.

    Why this matters

    Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.

    Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.

  • Okay
  • Only some people enjoy their job

    Do people at Gold Care Homes enjoy their jobs?

    Only some people enjoy their job.

    How we know this

    43% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.

    Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t recommend their team

    Do people at Gold Care Homes recommend working with their team?

    Not many people recommend working with their team.

    How we know this

    69% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job means enjoying the place where you work.

    The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.

    If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get enough training

    Do people get enough training when they start at Gold Care Homes?

    Some people did’t get enough training when they started.

    How we know this

    38% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.

    Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.

    This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.

    It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.

  • Okay
  • Only some people get support to progress

    Are people given support to progress at Gold Care Homes?

    Only some people are given support to progress here.

    How we know this

    In the last year, 57% of people report not being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.

    Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and December 2023.

    Why this matters

    A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.

    This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.

  • Needs improving
  • Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening

    Do people think Gold Care Homes head office understands what's happening where they work?

    Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.

    How we know this

    100% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.

    Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and November 2023.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.

    To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.

  • Needs improving
  • Most people don’t feel well informed by head office

    Do workers feel well informed about how Gold Care Homes is doing?

    Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.

    How we know this

    82% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.

    Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2022 and November 2023.

    Why this matters

    At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.

    You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.

Find out more about working at Gold Care Homes

What Gold Care Homes employees say about their job

  • Best thing

    Some Permanent staff are so lovely understanding and polite,the residents of the home are amazing across all levels of care

    Worst thing

    The home is run by agency all the time, don't get or feel appreciated
    Expect to much with no staff

    4.2

    Gold Care Homes Housekeeper, August 2022

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