Care Kitchen Assistant – Nutritious Meals & Friendly Dining

Agincare Weymouth; Rochester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Refer a friend scheme

Career development & training up to Q1

Blue Light discount

Company pension

On-demand pay

CQC rating

Award for Care Home Provider of the Ye

Carehome.co.uk rating 10

Job summary

Agincare is recruiting a Kitchen Assistant for Rochester Care Home. The role involves supporting the chef to prepare balanced, nutritious meals, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to food safety guidelines. You will work 36 hours per week on a two-week rolling rota, with varied shifts to cover mornings and some weekends.

Experience in a kitchen is essential, including baking cakes. The position offers a competitive hourly rate (£12.72), on‑demand pay, and opportunities for career development

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen setting is essential.
• Must be able to bake cakes.

Responsibilities

• Support the chef to prepare balanced, nutritious meals and snacks.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Follow food safety, COSHH, and health & safety guidelines.
• Work both independently and as part of the team.
• Engage with residents, bringing warmth and friendliness to the dining experience.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Bake cakes

Job description

Agincare is recruiting a Kitchen Assistant for Rochester Care Home. The role involves supporting the chef to prepare balanced, nutritious meals, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to food safety guidelines. You will work 36 hours per week on a two-week rolling rota, with varied shifts to cover mornings and some weekends.

Experience in a kitchen is essential, including baking cakes. The position offers a competitive hourly rate (£12.72), on‑demand pay, and opportunities for career development