Kitchen Assistant

Agincare Group; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Agincare Group is seeking a passionate Kitchen Assistant to support meal preparation and maintain cleanliness in a vibrant care environment. This role offers a chance to grow within the health & social care sector and contribute to the well-being of residents. Candidates should have kitchen experience, knowledge of food safety, and a caring attitude. Apply today to join a family-run business dedicated to making a difference since 1986.

Benefits

Refer a friend bonuses

Guaranteed interview for care leavers

Qualifications

• At least 12 months right to work in the UK.
• Experience in a kitchen setting essential.
• Willingness to learn and prior experience in a catering environment considered.

Responsibilities

• Support the chef in creating healthy meals and understanding dietary requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in line with health protocols.
• Engage with residents and work effectively both in a team and alone.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Teamwork

Time Management

Empathy

Job description

We are on the lookout for a reliable, passionate and organised individual to join our team as a kitchen assistant .

Are you looking to further your career and fancy obtaining a new rewarding role within the health & social care sector?

Then come and join the Agincare family askitchen assistanttoday!

• A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK
• Previous experience in a kitchen setting is essential.

A day in the life of a Kitchen Assistant

• Support the chef to create healthy/balanced meals and snacks, and ensuring a good understanding of various dietary requirements and allergens
• Ensure a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in the kitchen area, with good levels of hygiene particularly in line with COSHH regulations and health and safety protocols.
• Work as a team player, but have the ability to lone work when needed, effectively managing your time.
• Offer support , communication and engagement to the residents.

About You

You don't have to have worked in care before, a previous role in a different catering environment is great for someone willing to learn. We'd like you to have some prior knowledge of food safety and COSHH. You will be a caring, self-motivated and enthusiastic individual who is able to show empathy to the needs of others .

About Agincare

We’re a family run business that's been caring and supporting people since 1986.

With over 4,500 team members, we’re one of the UK’s largest care providers and are continuing to grow.We have over 100 locations across England including our care & nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices .

Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently .We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.

All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.

*Refer a friend bonuses are subject to terms and conditions

CHERSP

Application Deadline: 06/07/2025

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