Kitchen Assistant (Bank)

Recruit Genie; Tandridge; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS (terms apply)

Free on-site parking

Life Insurance

Company pension scheme

Wagestream – access your pay when you

Job summary

Aurem Care is recruiting a Kitchen Assistant to join a warm care home team in the UK. You will help ensure a clean, safe dining environment and support residents throughout meals and daily routines.

The role requires prior kitchen experience, strong teamwork and communication, and a caring, reliable approach around residents. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered, with flexible weekday/weekend hours and DBS support.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant is essential.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Proactive, reliable, and able to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Caring and respectful approach when working around residents.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining high cleanliness and hygiene standards per COSHH guidelines.
• Washing up and caring for kitchen equipment.
• Cleaning surfaces, floors and following dishwasher schedule.
• Setting up tea trolleys throughout the day.
• Assisting with serving food and supporting residents as needed.
• Clearing trays and keeping dining areas tidy.
• Managing waste disposal and bin emptying.
• Laying tables in the dining room.
• Preparing and serving drinks and refreshments for visitors.
• Supporting the kitchen team with general duties.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Communication

Organisation

Reliability

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 hours per week,flexible contract covering weekdays and weekends
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata, including bank holidays)
• Free DBS (terms apply)
• Free on-site parking
• Life Insurance
• Company 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.