Kitchen Assistant (Bank)

Recruit Genie; Penicuik; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free PVG (terms apply)

Free on-site parking

Life Insurance

Company pension scheme

Wagestream – access your pay when you需

Job summary

Aurem Care is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join a friendly care home team in the UK. You will help run a clean, safe kitchen and create a pleasant dining experience for residents.

Responsibilities include dishwashing, meal setup, serving and assisting residents, with emphasis on hygiene and teamwork. Enjoy a supportive environment, flexible day shifts, and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant is essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills required.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Positive, proactive and reliable with residents in a care setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene per COSHH guidelines.
• Wash dishes and care for kitchen equipment.
• Clean surfaces, floors, and follow dishwasher schedule.
• Prepare and set up tea trolleys throughout the day.
• Assist with serving food and supporting residents as needed.
• Clear food trays and keep dining areas tidy.
• Empty bins and manage waste disposal.
• Lay tables in the dining room.
• Prepare and serve drinks and refreshments for visitors.
• Support the kitchen team with general duties as required.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Team player

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Proactive

Care for residents

Job description

Are you passionate about making a difference in your local community?

Do you enjoy working in a kitchen environment and want to be part of a supportive care team?

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team within a warm and welcoming care home setting.

About the Role

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the kitchen and ensuring a clean, safe, and pleasant dining experience for our residents.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with COSHH guidelines
• Washing up and caring for kitchen equipment
• Cleaning kitchen surfaces, floors, and adhering to the dishwasher cleaning schedule
• Preparing and setting up tea trolleys throughout the day
• Assisting with serving food and supporting residents where needed
• Clearing food trays and keeping dining areas tidy
• Emptying bins and managing waste disposal
• Laying tables in the dining room
• Preparing and serving drinks and refreshments for visitors and relatives
• Supporting the kitchen team with general duties as required

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Have previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant (essential)
• Be able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Have strong communication and organisational skills
• Be proactive, reliable, and able to prioritise tasks effectively
• Show a caring and respectful approach when working around residents

What We Offer

• £12.71 per hour
• Bank contract, flexible working
• Day shifts
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata, including bank holidays)
• Free PVG (terms apply)
• Free on-site parking
• Life InsuranceCompany pension scheme
• Wagestream – access your pay when you need it
• Employee Assistance Programme – mental health & wellbeing support
• Free training and development (including fully funded apprenticeships)
• Annual salary review
• Refer-a-friend scheme (up to £750 reward)

About Us

Aurem Care is proud to have been recognised as a Top 20 Care Home Group by carehome.co.uk.

Our homes are built on a simple belief: people caring for people. We are committed to creating happy, supportive environments for our residents and our teams.

Our values guide everything we do:

Diversity | Integrity | Fun | Commitment | Connection

Important Information

Please note: Aurem Care is not a sponsoring organisation – applicants must have the right to work in the UK.