Caring Kitchen Assistant | Free Training & Perks

Barchester Healthcare; Colchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free training and development for all役

Wellbeing and support tools

Retail discounts and savings

Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Employee of the Month rewards

Long Service Awards

Job summary

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help deliver first-class food and hospitality in one of our care homes. You’ll assist with meal preparation, support residents during dining, and contribute to a warm, respectful dining environment.

No formal qualifications are required, but prior experience in a commercial or care kitchen is useful. You’ll work with a friendly team to ensure nutritious meals and high standards of cleanliness and safety.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, but any similar experience in a commercial or care setting would be useful.
• Prior kitchen or care home experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation and presentation for residents.
• Help maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen area following health and safety standards.
• Support colleagues in delivering a high-quality dining experience for residents.

Skills

Attention to detail

People skills

Reliability

Job description

Barchester Healthcare is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to help deliver first-class food and hospitality in one of our care homes. You’ll assist with meal preparation, support residents during dining, and contribute to a warm, respectful dining environment.

No formal qualifications are required, but prior experience in a commercial or care kitchen is useful. You’ll work with a friendly team to ensure nutritious meals and high standards of cleanliness and safety.