Kitchen Assistant

Electus Healthcare; Newtownabbey; On-site; GBP 36,369,000 - 36,506,000; Full time

Job summary

Electus Healthcare in Newtownabbey, Northern Ireland, is seeking a Kitchen Assistant to join our caring team at 38a Mallusk Road. You’ll help organise and prepare nutritious meals several times a day under the Cook/Chef’s supervision, while upholding high standards of cleanliness and food hygiene.

This full-time, rotational shift role offers full training and the chance to contribute to residents' well-being in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen or food service is advantageous.
• Ability to follow recipes and portion control.
• Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organising and preparing nutritious meals several times a day under supervision of the Cook/Chef.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness for residents and kitchen areas.
• Adhere to food safety guidelines and carry out tasks efficiently.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Cleanliness

Teamwork

Job description

Job Description

Location: Electus Healthcare, 38a Mallusk Road

Electus Healthcare are currently recruiting for a Kitchen Assistant, come join our amazing team of professionals! This is a great opportunity for an individual wanting to enhance their career & join a leading home!

About The Role

As a Kitchen Assistant you will assist with organising and preparing quality, nutritious meals, several times a day under the supervision of the Cook/Chef, whilst maintaining high standards of cleanliness for our residents. Working to the highest of standards - we are looking for a confident individual who has a love and passion for food.

As a Kitchen Assistant you will need to understand the importance of the home using fresh ingredients to provide the highest quality of food and beverages to our residents. Full training and support is provided to ensure that a high standard of catering is maintained at all times.

This position is based on a full rotational shift pattern from Monday to Sunday.

Electus Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all members of the community.

About The Company

Electus Healthcare, a Northern Ireland based Care Home provider specialising in Nursing, Residential, Mental Health, Dementia, Learning Disability and Physical Disability Care.

The word Electus means 'Chosen' in Latin. Electus Healthcare’s vision is to provide exceptional care by people who have ‘Chosen to Care’.

We foster a culture where our People embody our Values and Behaviours, embracing Inclusivity, Empowerment, and Collaboration. Our Mission - To enable Residents to have a meaningful, fulfilled, and independent life, within a ‘risk safe’ and well led environment.

Company Culture

Electus Healthcare are a new and dynamic healthcare provider, specialising in delivering the highest possible standards of person centred care. Electus have eight care homes in Northern Ireland, offering a range of services from nursing, dementia, mental health and complex needs care.

Would you like to join our amazing team of healthcare professionals? Electus are devoted to the professional development of all our team members, investing in a wide range of training and skill building opportunities that help to boost confidence and ability.

The Electus culture promotes team working and supporting one another to provide the best care possible for our residents.

Closing DateSaturday 31st October, 2026

Contract Typefulltime

Salary£12.71 Hourly