Kitchen Assistant

Himley Mill Care Home; Dudley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Uniform provided

Enhanced DBS paid

Annual leave 5.6 weeks (FT)

Job summary

Himley Mill Care Home is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to support the delivery of high quality meals in a clean, safe kitchen. This hands-on role involves food preparation, kitchen cleanliness, and assisting with deliveries and stock organisation while working with the Chef to ensure smooth, safe operation.

The position is permanent and part-time (18 hours per week) with a pay rate of £12.95–£13.45 per hour. Previous kitchen experience is helpful but not essential, and a reliable, team‑oriented

Qualifications

• A positive and reliable approach.
• Good organisation and attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills.
• Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of high quality meals in a clean, safe kitchen.
• Assist with food preparation and stock organisation.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and assist with deliveries and storage.
• Work closely with the Chef to keep the kitchen running smoothly and safely.

Skills

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Food safety basics

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

As Kitchen Assistant, you will support the delivery of high quality meals within a clean, safe and well organised kitchen environment. This is a hands on role where your contribution helps ensure meals are prepared efficiently and to a high standard. You will support food preparation, maintain cleanliness across the kitchen and assist with deliveries, storage and stock organisation. Working closely with the Chef and wider team, you will help ensure the kitchen runs smoothly and safely at all times. This role offers a consistent routine and the opportunity to build or develop your experience within a supportive and well organised kitchen environment.

• A positive and reliable approach
• Good organisation and attention to detail
• Basic understanding of food safety and hygiene
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Previous kitchen experience is beneficial but not essential
• £12.95-13.45 per hour
• Permanent
• Part-time

About Himley Mill Care Home

Himley Mill Care Home is a care home located in Dudley, West Midlands. Providing nursing, residential and dementia care, the home offers a warm and supportive environment where colleagues work together to make a real difference to the lives of Residents every day. With a strong focus on personalised care, independence and meaningful activities, Himley Mill offers a rewarding environment for those passionate about delivering kind, high quality care.

• £12.95 - £13.45 per hour
• Contracted to 18 hours per week
• Paid [PVG/DBS], pension, uniform provided
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full time contract), What We Offer
• Paid Enhanced DBS
• Uniform provided
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing support and flexible access to earned pay
• A nutritious meal during shifts of eight hours or more
• GP Online for you and your dependants under 16
• Access to more than 1,600 high-street and online discounts
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Award-winning learning and development, with support to achieve recognised qualifications
• Clear opportunities for career development and progression
• Recognition initiatives and Long Service Awards

About Care Concern Group

Himley Mill is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the UK. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our colleagues can grow, develop and thrive. Our five values Trust | Respect | Passion | Kindness | Inclusivity shape how we care, how we work and how we support one another. If you want a role where your experience is valued, your character matters and your work has genuine purpose, we would love to hear from you.