Part Time Kitchen Assistant

Sandstone Care Group; Burscough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Assistant at Burscough Manor Care Home. The ideal candidate will assist in meal preparation, ensure kitchen hygiene, and support the Chef. This role requires enthusiasm and teamwork, making a direct impact on residents' well-being. Benefits include free meals, uniform, and ongoing training opportunities. Join our friendly team and help create a nurturing environment for those we care for.

Benefits

Free uniform

Free meals

Free DBS

Discounts on high street

Referral bonus

Employee Assistance Programme

Recognition scheme

Pension scheme

In-house training

Career opportunities

Flexible pay

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a catering or kitchen assistant is desirable but not essential.
• Full training provided for Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Attitude and enthusiasm valued highly.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals.
• Ensure kitchen cleanliness and meet hygiene standards.
• Support the Chef with food storage and deliveries.
• Maintain health & safety and food hygiene practices.

Skills

Good communication skills

Team player

Can-do approach

Genuine interest in care setting

Education

Food Hygiene Certificate (ideal, not required)

Job description

We are looking for a reliable, enthusiastic, and hardworking Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team at Burscough Manor Care Home. This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for food and service who wants to make a real difference to the daily lives of our residents. As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll be a key part of our catering team, helping to deliver high‑quality, nutritious meals every day. You'll work closely with our Chef to ensure residents enjoy fresh, home‑cooked food in a clean and welcoming environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and serving of meals, snacks, and beverages
• Ensuring the kitchen and food service areas are clean, tidy, and meet hygiene standards
• Supporting the Chef with food storage, stock rotation, and deliveries
• Washing up and general kitchen cleaning tasks
• Helping to cater for individual dietary needs and preferences
• Maintaining health & safety and food hygiene practices at all times
• Playing an active part in creating a warm, supportive mealtime experience for residents

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a catering or kitchen assistant is desirable but not essential – we value attitude and enthusiasm just as much
• A Food Hygiene Certificate is ideal but not required – full training is provided
• Someone with good communication skills and a can‑do approach
• A team player who is happy to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in
• A genuine interest in working within a care setting, where your work directly impacts people’s wellbeing

Benefits

• Free uniform
• Free meals
• Free DBS
• Discounts on the high street with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos
• Refer‑a‑Friend – and get a £250 bonus
• Wagestream – access some of your earned money early and get money‑management tips
• Employee Assistance Programme – helping you look after your health and wellbeing
• Employee recognition scheme – we recognise and reward great work
• Pension scheme – helping you plan for your retirement
• In‑house training – on‑going face‑to‑face training, tailored to you
• Career opportunities – the chance to ‘make your mark’ and play a key role
• Overtime is paid for working over full‑time hours. However, overtime enhancement will not feature on your contract of employment and can be withdrawn at any time as managers decision is final. Free meals are given if working over an 8‑hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions. Discounts are accessed using our ‘Reward Me’ app. Flexible pay is available via ‘STREAM’

Sandstone Care Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer