Bank Kitchen/Domestic Assistant

Oakminster Healthcare Ltd.; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakminster Healthcare in Glasgow is seeking a friendly Bank Domestic/Kitchen Assistant to support weekend operations in our care homes. You will help maintain a clean, safe environment and assist kitchen staff with meal service and basic catering tasks.

The role involves domestic cleaning duties, kitchen support, compliance with food safety standards, and a respectful, compassionate approach to residents. Weekend shifts are essential to ensure high quality of life for our service users.

Qualifications

• Experience with domestic cleaning in a care home setting is desirable.
• Ability to support kitchen staff and assist with meals and hygiene.
• Demonstrates friendly, approachable interaction with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard domestic cleaning across the home, including dusting, vacuuming and waste management.
• Assist kitchen team in meal preparation, food safety, and equipment handling.
• Maintain cleanliness of all family and resident areas and support busy service periods.
• Adhere to policies and safety regulations relevant to care homes.

Skills

Cleaning

Catering support

Resident care awareness

Job description

Bank Kitchen/Domestic Assistant (Weekends)

Bank Domestic/Kitchen Assistant

Oakminster Healthcare group has delivered quality care across Glasgow for over 21 years. Our team is dedicated to delivering person centred care and showcasingour core values, respect, dignity, responsibility and an innovative approach to care. Our aim and goal is to sustain and encourage independence and positive outcomes for our service users

Description – Domestic

Oakminster Healthcare are looking for friendly and caring individuals to join our Domestic team who provide cleaning services for our care homes.

We believe our staff are one of our most valuable resources in enhancing the quality of life for our service users, who are at the centre of everything that we do. The Domestic Assistant is part of the care team and as such will have some contact with residents. All staff must be friendly and approachable when working with or near residents.

Description - Kitchen

We’re looking for a dedicated Kitchen Porter to join our warm and welcoming care community, home to 66 older people who deserve the very best in care, comfort, and hospitality.

As part of our valued catering team, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our kitchen running smoothly — supporting our chefs, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and helping us deliver nutritious, home-cooked meals that truly make a difference to our residents’ day.

About the role

Duties (Domestic)

• To deliver high standard of domestic provision in all aspects of work.
• To vacuum floors, dust and clean ornaments and surfaces and perform any other cleaning required by under the direct orders of the Nurse on duty.
• This work will include high dusting and washing down paintwork especially in the public areas, e.g. hall, sitting rooms, staircase, and lifts.
• To assist Housekeeper in keeping home clean and tidy at all times
• To spot clean carpets every day, where necessary.
• To empty wastebaskets.
• To clean up the laundry room.
• To remove the used linen to Laundry.
• To clean all rooms thoroughly once a fortnight basis.
• To clean all high and low areas as required.

Duties (Kitchen)

• To ensure the prompt preparation of all meals and beverages as required, including special diet meals and function work, and to check meals issued for quality, quantity and appearance.
• To prepare special diet meals to the precise instructions of the doctor or other persons as appropriate (including Rabbi’s, Priests, etc).
• To ensure proper standards of cleanliness.
• To ensure the observance of safe working procedures and safety regulations and to remove from and use report to the Cook or Manager any item of equipment found to be faulty.
• To ensure the correct and economical use of materials and equipment and to ensure that wastage is kept to a minimum.
• To ensure that kitchen equipment, crockery and cutlery etc. is kept clean and ready for use. This will include the operation of the dishwasher when necessary.
• To adhere to the Kitchen cleaning schedule and complete all necessary paperwork.
• To assist the Cook and the Manager in the resolution of residents’ catering complaints.
• To undertake any other duties as may be necessary from time to time.
• Adhere of all company’s policies and statutory requirements of Food Safety (General Food Hygiene) Regulations 1995 as amended.

About the company

Oakminster Healthcare is a leading care home group based in Glasgow, dedicated to providing exceptional residential and nursing care. With a strong focus on compassion, dignity, and respect, our homes offer a warm and supportive environment where residents feel valued and safe. Our highly skilled teams deliver person-centred care, ensuring each individual’s needs are met with professionalism and kindness. At Oakminster Healthcare, we foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous learning, offering rewarding career opportunities for those passionate about making a difference. Join us and become part of a team that truly cares.