Bank Kitchen Assistant

Caring Homes; Lewes; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Caring Homes is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant for their nursing care home in Lewes. This flexible bank position emphasizes work-life balance and teamwork, with responsibilities including kitchen upkeep and food preparation. The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude and a passion for caring for residents.

Benefits

Work-Life Balance

Free DBS & Blue Light Card

High street discounts

Ongoing professional development

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Genuine desire to make a difference.
• Commitment to high cleanliness and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen is clean, tidy, and organized.
• Support the chef in cooking and baking tasks.

Skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Job description

Bank, Kitchen Assistant – Parris Lawn, Lewes - £12.21 per hour

• 62 Bedded Nursing Care Home
• Bank position - Flexible hours
• No sponsorship available

Are you passionate about making a difference in people’s lives through your work? Do you value a supportive environment where work-life balance is a priority? Caring Homes is looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our family.

Our mission is simple: to make each home the best possible place to live and work for our residents and our teams. A place that feels like home, whether we live there or work there, because of the way we behave and the environment we create – and this includes our support team. We’re a family.

Why Join Us?

• Work-Life Balance:We understand the importance of balancing your personal and professional life. Our flexible scheduling options are designed to fit your lifestyle.
• Supportive Environment:At Caring Homes, you’re part of a family. We foster a collaborative and caring environment where every team member is valued.
• Growth Opportunities:We believe in continuous development and provide opportunities for professional growth within our organisation.

Perks:

• No late evenings, allowing you to enjoy a better work-life balance.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing professional development including training and support to help you excel in your role including apprenticeship opportunities.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Free DBS & Blue Light Card
• High street discounts
• Employee assistance program for personal and professional support.

Job introduction
Responsibilities

• Ensure the kitchen is clean, tidy, and well-organised.
• Uphold the highest standards of hygiene and safety.
• Support the chef in cooking and baking tasks when required.
• Wash all the dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
• Sweep and mop floors and take out the rubbish regularly.

Ideal Candidate

• A team player with a positive attitude.
• Someone with a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of our residents.
• Previous experience in a kitchen or catering role is a plus, but not essential – we provide full training.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Join us in creating a place that truly feels like home for our residents and our team members alike.

Apply now and become part of our caring family!

In Short

• Industry Care Provider
• Founded 1994
• Location Colchester
• Company size 5000+

About Us

Caring Homes is an independent national network of residential, nursing and dementia homes providing person-centred care. We are a family business, established in 1994 by Helena and Paul Jeffery. Everything we do is directed by the needs of the individuals we care for and their families. By caring for the whole person and their unique personality, likes and interests, we create better bonds, more stimulating communities, safer environments and better lives.

Founders, Helena and Paul, have worked to ensure that we never lose sight of the values on which Caring Homes was founded. At the heart of what we do is a desire to provide everyone we support with the opportunity to continue to live life to the full.

It matters to us

What matters to you and your family, matters to us The best care comes from a genuine interest in people, so we get to know all our residents and their families personally.

Understanding their stories, their needs and their interests shapes the personalised care we give them.We pay attention to the details that make everyday life as comfortable, stimulating and enjoyable as possible.

By listening to what matters, we help our residents continue to be themselves.

Careers

The life of every resident we proudly care for is extraordinary. We listen to their colourful histories, learn from their experiences and work with them and their families to discover what really matters to them. And by getting to know them personally we can support them with any challenges they face and help them live their lives to the full.

Our dedicated teams of care professionals are trained to deliver the highest standards with the utmost dedication, kindness, and compassion. And with supportive people to help you every step of the way, you'll play your part in a business that is putting over a quarter of a century of care experience into building a better future for all. If you'd like an extraordinary new challenge, your outstanding career with Caring Homes might only be a few minutes away.