Kitchen Assistant

Job summary

Package Description: Are you reliable, organised, and passionate about food? Looking for a rewarding role where your work makes a real difference daily? Join the Agincare family as a Kitchen Assistant at Regency Care Home. Youll play an important part in preparing nutritious, delicious meals that our residents can look forward to, helping to make mealtimes enjoyable, comforting and something to look forward to. What we offer: £12.72 per hour Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000*) Career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5 Blue Light discount package Company pension scheme On-demand pay Were looking for: Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Previous kitchen experience Flexible to work 24 hours per week, including alternate weekends A positive, team-focused attitude Your role: Support the chef to prepare balanced, nutritious meals and snacks Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene Follow food safety, COSHH, and health & safety guidelines Work both independently and as part of the team Engage with residents, bringing warmth and friendlin

Main duties of the job

Are you reliable, organised, and passionate about food? Looking for a rewarding role where your work makes a real difference daily? Join the Agincare family as a Kitchen Assistant at Regency Care Home. Youll play an important part in preparing nutritious, delicious meals that our residents can look forward to, helping to make mealtimes enjoyable, comforting and something to look forward to. We offer £12.72 per hour, a refer a friend scheme (up to £1000), career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5, a Blue Light discount package, a company pension scheme, and on-demand pay. Were looking for someone with a minimum of 12 months right to work in the UK, previous kitchen experience, and a flexible attitude to work 24 hours per week, including alternate weekends. A positive, team-focused attitude is essential.

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across England. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

Details

• Date posted: 15 October 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £12.72 an hour
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: 1564108407
• Job locations: Agincare Homes Holdings, Derby, DE24 9JR, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Package Description: Are you reliable, organised, and passionate about food? Looking for a rewarding role where your work makes a real difference daily?

Join the Agincare family as a Kitchen Assistant at Regency Care Home.Youll play an important part in preparing nutritious, delicious meals that our residents can look forward to, helping to make mealtimes enjoyable, comforting and something to look forward to.

• £12.72 per hour
• Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000*)
• Career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5
• Blue Light discount package
• Company pension scheme
• On-demand pay
• Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
• Previous kitchen experience
• Flexible to work 24 hours per week, including alternate weekends
• A positive, team-focused attitude
• Support the chef to prepare balanced, nutritious meals and snacks
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
• Follow food safety, COSHH, and health & safety guidelines
• Work both independently and as part of the team
• Engage with residents, bringing warmth and friendliness to the dining experience

You dont need a care background, your care shows in the meals you help prepare and the welcoming environment you create.

If this sounds like something youd enjoy, apply today!

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across England. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers