Care Home Kitchen Assistant | Weekly Pay & DBS Included

Cucumber Catering; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Uniform provided

Free first DBS check

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Cucumber Catering is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support care homes in and around Kent. You will help prepare, cook and serve meals for residents, while maintaining high hygiene standards and adhering to dietary requirements. The role requires reliability, compassion and teamwork in a care-focused environment.

Candidates should have UK-based experience in care settings, a caring approach, and be prepared for DBS checks. Weekly pay and ongoing opportunities across local care homes are offered.

Qualifications

• Previous UK based experience working in a care home or similar care setting is essential.
• Previous UK based experience as a Kitchen Assistant or similar role.
• Genuine caring and compassionate approach when working with vulnerable adults.
• Good understanding of food hygiene, health & safety and kitchen procedures.
• Awareness of allergies, dietary requirements, and nutritional needs.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and adaptable to different environments.
• Enhanced DBS check required (a free first DBS is available).
• Availability for the duration of the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation, cooking and serving of meals to care home residents.
• Support the kitchen team with the smooth running of daily catering operations.
• Follow menus, portion sizes and dietary requirements carefully.
• Take care when preparing meals for individuals with allergies or dietary needs.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in kitchen and dining areas.
• Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment, surfaces and work areas according to food hygiene requirements.
• Follow health & safety, food safety and safeguarding procedures.
• Work respectfully around vulnerable adults, residents and staff.
• Help create a positive, friendly and supportive environment.
• Carry out other general kitchen duties as required.

Skills

Care home experience

Caring and compassionate

Teamwork

Food hygiene knowledge

Communication skills

Punctual and reliable

Job description

Cucumber Catering is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support care homes in and around Kent. You will help prepare, cook and serve meals for residents, while maintaining high hygiene standards and adhering to dietary requirements. The role requires reliability, compassion and teamwork in a care-focused environment.

Candidates should have UK-based experience in care settings, a caring approach, and be prepared for DBS checks. Weekly pay and ongoing opportunities across local care homes are offered.