Kitchen Assistant

Carebase; Lane (IL); On-site; USD 19,659 - 27,999; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Comprehensive training and career development

Refer a Friend bonus up to £1,000

Job summary

Carebase is seeking a part-time Kitchen Assistant at Heathfield Court Care Home in Illinois, USA. You will assist the Chef in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents while maintaining a clean and safe environment.

The ideal candidate will be reliable, compassionate, and positive. The role involves interacting with residents daily in a friendly manner. Training is provided, making it suitable for those without prior experience.

Qualifications

• No specific qualifications or experience required; full training will be provided.
• Willingness to work as part of a team.
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and tidy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chef in preparing and cooking meals.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of the kitchen.
• Serve meals and interact with residents respectfully.

Skills

Reliable nature

Compassionate attitude

Positive attitude

Job description

Contract Details

Permanent part‑time contract, 20 hours per week, weekday and alternate weekend shifts.

Salary

£12.88 per hour.

Working Hours

20 hours per week – weekdays and alternate weekends.

Location

147 Colyers Lane.

Closing Date

26/06/2026.

Benefits of Joining Our Team

• £12.88 per hour
• 40 hours per week – weekdays and alternate weekend shifts
• Enhanced pay on bank holidays
• 28 days annual leave (inclusive of statutory bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Staff recognition schemes
• Refer a Friend bonus up to £1,000
• Cycle to work scheme
• I have an idea £50 gift card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Comprehensive training and career development
• A friendly and supportive working environment
• Dedicated mental health champions

About The Role

As our Kitchen Assistant you will assist our Chef in preparing and cooking a variety of nutritious meals for our residents. An important part of your role will be keeping the kitchen clean, safe and tidy at all times whilst on shift. You will also help with serving meals and will interact with our residents on a daily basis – so you’ll be friendly, caring and kind whilst respecting their dignity at all times.

Responsibilities

• Understand and comply with statutory and legal requirements such as HACCP, Health & Safety, COSHH and Environmental Health.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is in full, safe working order, and immediately report any faults to the Chef and the Head Caretaker.
• Maintain a clean, safe and tidy kitchen during shifts.
• Assist with serving meals to residents and provide friendly, respectful interaction.

Ideal Candidate

• Reliable, caring nature and a willingness to work as part of an amazing team.
• Compassionate and supportive, caring about people’s comfort and happiness.
• Positive attitude and desire to make a difference to residents and team members.
• No specific qualifications or experience required; full training will be provided.

About Our Home

At Heathfield Court Care Home, we believe a happy, supported team delivers the best care. We have signed the Mental Health at Work Commitment, developed by experts with six essential standards that help us create a home where everyone feels safe, valued and able to thrive. From trained Mental Health Champions to our online Wellbeing & Mindfulness Space, we make sure our people have the tools, time and support they need because your wellbeing matters here and when we take care of our minds, we can better care for each other and our residents.