Kitchen Assistant - Care Home
About this role
Kitchen Assistant – Permanent
Location: Archview Lodge Care Home, Newmills Road, Dalkeith, Lothian, EH22 2AH
Pay Rate: £13.01 per hour
Hours: 16.00 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent
Shift: Day shifts available
About the Role
Are you reliable, considerate, and passionate about providing great hospitality?
As a Kitchen Assistant at Archview Lodge Care Home, you will help deliver first-class food and hospitality that ensures our residents receive exceptional all-round care. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital for resident wellbeing, and you will play a key part in producing meals and creating a wonderful dining experience.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
Assisting with food preparation and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and safety in the kitchen
Supporting the catering team in producing fresh, nutritious meals for residents
Interacting with residents, getting to know them, and enhancing their overall dining and hospitality experience
About You
To join us as a Kitchen Assistant, you will need:
A reliable, considerate, and caring approach
High attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining top standards in food preparation
A friendly, personable attitude with great people skills
Formal qualifications are not necessary—while similar experience in a commercial or care setting is useful, we provide all the training you need to thrive.
Why Join Us?
Competitive Pay & Stability: Earn £13.01 per hour in a permanent 16-hour contract.
Sector-Leading Benefits Package:
Free training and professional development for all roles
Access to wellbeing and support tools
A range of exclusive retail discounts and savings
Unlimited referrals with our ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme
‘Employee of the Month’ rewards and ‘Long Service Awards’