Kitchen Assistant

Class 1 Personnel

"Take the team out of teamwork and you just have work. Now, who wants that?" - Matthew Stover

Seeking a Kitchen Assistant looking for their next challenge!

You will be joining the team at a reputable care home. Supporting preparation of nutritious, well-balanced meals for approximately 40 residents while ensuring high standards of food safety, hygiene, and quality. The Kitchen Assistant helps create a pleasant dining experience while supporting the health and wellbeing of residents.

Offering competitive hourly rates of £13-14 per hour based on skill and experience.

The main hours worked are between 09:00-14:00, shifts are flexible throughout the week.

We welcome motivated kitchen assistants who are:

  • Able to work within a team and independently
  • Able to work confidently in busy or unfamiliar kitchens
  • Reliable, punctual, and professionally presented
  • Strong communicators who work well under pressure
  • Knowledgeable about food safety and hygiene procedures
  • Caring and attentive approach to residents' needs.

Your role may include but not be limited to:

  • Assist with basic food preparation and meal service.
  • Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
  • Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen and dining areas.
  • Store food correctly and rotate stock as required.
  • Follow food safety, health, and safety procedures.
  • Support the Cook with meal preparation and kitchen tasks.

What We Offer


Flexible work that fits your schedule
Holiday pay accrued for every hour you work
Supportive agency team to match you to the right roles and help throughout the process
✔ Opportunities for permanent or long-term ongoing assignments

Do you think you would be a good fit for this committed and supportive team? Can you help the care home staff make the house a home for their residents?

Apply now to join the team as a kitchen assistant!

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