Kitchen Assistant - Care Home

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills. ABOUT YOU When you join us as a Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide first-class food and hospitality, enabling residents to receive exceptional care and support. The role is crucial in ensuring our residents enjoy a healthy, nutritious diet, essential for their wellbeing and enjoyment of daily life. You'll contribute to meal preparation and create a fulfilling dining experience for each resident. This role offers opportunities to bond with residents, enhance their hospitality experiences, and develop personal skills. Applicants should be dedicated to maintaining high standards and be reliable, considerate, and caring. While formal qualifications aren't mandatory, any similar experience in a commercial or care setting is beneficial. In return for dedication, we offer a competitive pay rate and a sector-leading benefits package, including free training, development opportunities, wellbeing support, retail discounts, and rewards for Employee of the Month and longevity.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is committed to delivering exceptional care and hospitality services, ensuring that residents receive the best possible support and well-being during their time with us. We value our team members and strive to create a supportive and rewarding working environment, focused on professional development and personal growth. By cultivating strong relationships within our care community, Barchester Healthcare stands out as a provider of comprehensive and compassionate care services. We understand the significance of nutrition and dining as a critical component of overall health, and our kitchen staff play an integral role in maintaining those high standards. Our commitment extends to recognizing and rewarding the dedication of our team with a competitive salary and a robust benefits package, ensuring that every member feels appreciated and motivated to excel in their roles, contributing to the satisfaction and comfort of our residents.

Details

• Date posted: 11 June 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £13.71 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
• Reference number: 1512031004
• Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Odiham, RG29 1GJ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills.

ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

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