# Kitchen Assistant / Housekeeper

**Company:** [Retirement Villages Group](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/fPmKbXe7q45u1XFZzof3hT.md)
**Location:** Woking, United Kingdom
**Workplace:** on site
**Department:** Mayford Grange

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## Description

Are you passionate about food, cleanliness, and making a difference in the lives of others? Mayford Grange Retirement Village is currently seeking a Kitchen Assistant / Housekeeper to join our warm and friendly team. This is a Bank role.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, takes pride in cleanliness, and wants to contribute to the well-being of our residents.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Domestic Assistant Duties:**

-   General cleaning of designated areas to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for residents and staff.

**Kitchen Assistant Duties:**

-   Assisting in the preparation and serving of meals.
-   Washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables and fruit.
-   Supporting the kitchen team with dishwashing and maintaining a clean working environment.
-   Cleaning and sanitising kitchen surfaces, equipment, and storage areas.
-   Ensuring compliance with food hygiene and safety standards.
-   Assisting with stocking and organizing supplies.

**About You**

-   Previous experience in a kitchen or domestic environment is preferred but not essential.
-   Enthusiastic, reliable, and able to work effectively in a team.
-   Basic understanding of food hygiene and health & safety practices.
-   Physically able to stand for extended periods and perform manual tasks.
-   Friendly and compassionate, especially when engaging with elderly residents.

**What We Offer**

-   Competitive hourly rate.
-   Bank role - perfect for someone seeking part-time or ad-hoc work.
-   **Employee Benefits** including:

-   Medicash health plan
-   Pension scheme
-   Enhanced annual leave
-   Birthday leave
-   Employee rewards schemes
-   Volunteering and well-being days

If you're someone who takes pride in making a difference and enjoys working in a close-knit, caring environment, we’d love to hear from you!