Care Kitchen Assistant: Nourishing Meals & Hospitality

Barchester Healthcare; Peterhead; Remote; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

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Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is looking for a Kitchen Assistant in our care home to help prepare meals, support the dining experience, and maintain a clean, organised kitchen. The role supports residents and colleagues with a friendly, caring approach.

The position involves a rota of 5 days over a 14-day period, with shift patterns including weekends. No formal qualifications required; prior care or hospitality experience would be useful, and there are opportunities for training and development.

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications aren’t necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful.

Responsibilities

• Help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for residents.
• Support basic food preparation and ensure kitchen areas are clean and well-organised.
• Contribute to a welcoming, caring atmosphere in the dining environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

People skills

Education

No formal qualifications required

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is looking for a Kitchen Assistant in our care home to help prepare meals, support the dining experience, and maintain a clean, organised kitchen. The role supports residents and colleagues with a friendly, caring approach.

The position involves a rota of 5 days over a 14-day period, with shift patterns including weekends. No formal qualifications required; prior care or hospitality experience would be useful, and there are opportunities for training and development.