Kitchen Assistant

Orchard Care Homes; Thorpe-on-the-Hill; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A caring organization in Thorpe-on-the-Hill is seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant to support the kitchen by preparing meals and ensuring high standards of nutrition for residents. This role offers opportunities for career development and recognition while contributing to a meaningful and fulfilling environment. Applicants should have prior experience as a Cook or Kitchen Assistant, preferably in a care setting.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Colleague discounts

Employee recognition schemes

Confidential support helpline

Company-supported pension scheme

Fully funded DBS check

Qualifications

• Cook/Kitchen Assistant experience preferably gained in a care home setting.
• Ability to assist in meal preparation according to individual tastes.
• Experience in providing quality nutritional care.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with quality nutritional experiences.
• Prepare a range of meals to suit individual tastes.
• Demonstrate caring nature towards residents.
• Nurture and encourage individuals with flexibility.

Skills

Nurturing

Professionalism

Flexibility

Caring nature

Job description

Acre Close, Middleton, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS10 4HX

Kitchen Assistant

Job Type: Part Time

Job Category: Domestic/Laundry

Closing Date: 30 November 2025

Pay: £12.21 per hour

Extraordinary People, Exceptional Care

Assistant Cook covering MAT leave: please note this role will also cover housekeeping and laundry – 33 hours per week – £12.21 per hour

Why Orchard?

We don’t just want to be the provider of choice; we want to be the employer of choice.

Here at Orchard Care Homes our foundations are built on 6 core values; Enjoy Life, Welcoming, Kind, Professional, Positive and Respectful.

Job Role

A quality kitchen experience has positive benefits on the physical and mental wellbeing of our residents and you will help deliver personalised menu plans that ensures everyone is treated with dignity and that individual's rights to privacy, independence and choice are met.

At Orchard Care Homes we believe in the continued learning and development of our support teams and a career with us offers you an opportunity to broaden your skills and knowledge. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, and exciting opportunities will emerge to progress your career further within the company.

Responsibilities

• You will have what it takes to nurture, encourage and care. Making a meaningful contribution to someone's life is fulfilling, demanding, requires flexibility, professionalism and skills.
• You will help our residents enjoy every day by making sure they receive the quality nutritional experiences they deserve.
• You will assist in the preparation of a range of meals to suit individual tastes and requirements, you will demonstrate a caring nature towards others.
• You will have Cook/Kitchen Assistant experience preferably gained in a care home setting.

Benefits

• Career development from day one, with clear progression pathways
• Hundreds of colleague discounts every month across shopping, holidays, dining, tech, and more
• Excellent employee recognition schemes such as ‘Making a Difference’ award and Long Service Awards
• Free emotional, practical, and financial support that’s fully confidential, through an Employee Assistance Programme helpline and wellbeing app that’s available 24/7, all year round
• Company‑supported pension scheme to invest in your future
• Fully funded DBS check

About Middleton Park Lodge Nursing Home

A largely residential suburb of Leeds, Middleton Park Lodge is an established nursing home that has been purpose‑built to provide specialist care tailored to older people.

Orchard Care Homes has been providing care for older people for over 15 years. We are committed to being at the heart of the local community and delivering the same level of care that we would all wish for our loved ones.

We believe in investing in our people. Your professional development will be actively encouraged, with plenty of training and progression opportunities across our portfolio of homes.

Apply Today

If you're ready to bring your compassion, energy, and dedication to a role that truly makes a difference, apply today and help us provide the kind of care every person deserves.