Kitchen Porter / Dishwasher

Macklin Care Homes | Care Home Group in Northern Ireland; Magherafelt; On-site; GBP 14,547 - 20,719; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Flexibility of shifts

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast

Free car parking and uniform

Job summary

Macklin Care Homes is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant for full-time employment at Milesian Manor Care Home in Magherafelt. The role involves assisting in meal preparation, ensuring cleanliness and hygiene standards while supporting the kitchen team to provide nutritious meals for residents.

Ideal candidates will have kitchen experience, good communication skills, and an ability to meet the needs of the elderly. The position offers various benefits including training opportunities, flexible shifts, and health initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar kitchen setting is required.
• Must communicate effectively with elderly residents.
• Flexibility to work set hours and adapt to needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation as directed by the chef.
• Prepare basic dishes like salads and sandwiches.
• Maintain hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Help serve meals to residents.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Communication with the elderly

Attention to detail

Job description

Title

Kitchen Assistant

Location

Milesian Manor Lifestyle Care Home, 9 Ballyheifer Road, Magherafelt.

Job Summary

Milesian Manor Care Home is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our kitchen team on a full‑time basis. The successful candidate will assist in preparing nutritious meals for residents while gaining valuable experience in food preparation, kitchen operations and hygiene standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of meals as directed by the chef or kitchen supervisor.
• Preparing basic dishes such as salads, sandwiches and soups.
• Ensuring meals are portioned appropriately and according to dietary requirements (e.g., low‑sodium, diabetic‑friendly).
• Helping to serve meals to residents or dining areas.
• Maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Following food safety guidelines, including proper food storage and labelling.
• Complying with care home policies and health regulations.
• Reporting any issues related to equipment, cleanliness or safety.

Ideal Candidate

• Kitchen experience in a similar position or environment.
• Ability to communicate with the elderly.
• Ability to work set hours and be flexible to meet the needs of the organisation.
• Be in good general health (medically fit).

Benefits

• Collaborating with an award‑winning team with family values.
• A comprehensive paid induction programme.
• A wide variety of training is provided.
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexibility of shifts.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
• Health and well‑being initiatives, including team‑building initiatives.
• Free car parking and uniform.
• Incentives for employee referrals.
• Terms and conditions apply.

General Requirements

• Good command of spoken and written English.
• Right to work and live in the UK.
• High attention to detail.
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
• Successful candidates must be willing to register with NISCC.
• An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post.

Additional Policies

We do not offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants requiring sponsorship will be automatically declined.

Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

Closing Date

Tuesday 30th June, 2026

Contract Type

Full time

Salary

£12.80 Hourly