Care Home Kitchen Assistant (with DBS)

Neway International Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A care services provider is looking for a Care Home Kitchen Assistant in Liverpool. This full-time role involves supporting the Cook with food preparation and ensuring a clean environment. Candidates must be reliable and compassionate, able to work flexibly across a 7-day rota. Experience in food preparation is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation or kitchen duties preferred.
• Ability to work on weekends and flexible hours.
• Sensitivity to health, religious, and cultural dietary needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist with food preparation and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Support dietary needs with sensitivity.
• Maintain hygiene standards as per policies.
• Cover for Assistant Cook when required.
• Work flexibly across a 7-day rota.

Skills

Reliable

Compassionate

Understanding of dietary needs

Hygiene Maintenance

Job description

Overview

Job Opportunity: Care Home Kitchen Assistant

Location: Sedgemoor Road Care Home, Liverpool, L11 3BN

Client: Liverpool City Council

Contract Type: Agency Worker (Inside IR35)

Category: Social Care – Unqualified

Hours: 35 per week | 7-day rota | Typical shifts: 8:00am–4:00pm

Start Date: 03 November 2025

End Date: 02 February 2026

Pay Rate: From £13.59/hour (weekend allowance applies where appropriate)

About the Role

We’re seeking a reliable and compassionate Kitchen Assistant to join the team at Sedgemoor Road Care Home. You’ll support the Cook with food preparation and kitchen duties, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for residents.

This is a vital role in a busy care setting, where your contribution helps maintain the health, dignity, and comfort of service users. You’ll also deputise for the Assistant Cook when required and work collaboratively with the wider care team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with simple food preparation and kitchen cleaning
• Supporting dietary needs with sensitivity to health, religious, and cultural preferences
• Maintaining hygiene standards in line with care home policies
• Covering duties in the absence of the Assistant Cook
• Working flexibly across a 7-day rota