Care Kitchen Assistant — Hygiene‑Driven Prep & Support

Meallmore Ltd; Nairn; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime rates

Wagestream access

Company sick pay

Free parking

Subsidised meals

Blue Light Card eligibility

Job summary

Meallmore Ltd in Nairn is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to support our kitchen team in a busy care home. You will help keep areas clean, assist chefs with basic food prep and ensure high hygiene standards are met, while contributing to resident well-being.

The role offers a bank contract with competitive benefits and opportunities to develop through our Kitchen Excellence Academy, joining an award-winning catering team.

Qualifications

• Reliable and hardworking with strong hygiene practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen and support chefs.
• Willingness to learn and be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Wash dishes, pots, pans and utensils.
• Keep kitchen areas clean and organised.
• Assist with basic food preparation under supervision.
• Unload deliveries and store food items properly.
• Assist in day-to-day kitchen duties.
• Ensure hygiene and safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Fast-paced environment

Team player

Willingness to learn

Warm approach to residents

Job description

Meallmore Ltd in Nairn is seeking a reliable Kitchen Assistant to support our kitchen team in a busy care home. You will help keep areas clean, assist chefs with basic food prep and ensure high hygiene standards are met, while contributing to resident well-being.

The role offers a bank contract with competitive benefits and opportunities to develop through our Kitchen Excellence Academy, joining an award-winning catering team.