Kitchen Assistant - Care Home
About this role
Kitchen Assistant
Are you a reliable, caring person looking for a permanent career where you can support a first-class dining experience and make a meaningful daily difference in residents' lives?
As a supportive bridge staffing agency, we are proud to partner with Barchester Healthcare to help find a dedicated Kitchen Assistant for Flowerdown Care Home in Winchester, Hampshire.
Position Details
Location: Flowerdown Care Home, Harestock Road, Winchester, SO22 6NT
Pay Rate: £13.21 per hour
Hours: 40.00 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Shift: Days
About the Role
As a Kitchen Assistant, you will help provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable our residents to enjoy exceptional wellbeing. You will support the kitchen team in producing wholesome meals, maintaining pristine standards, and interacting directly with residents to enhance their daily dining experience.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with meal preparation, kitchen duties, and maintaining food hygiene standards.
Ensure residents enjoy a fulfilling, high-quality dining experience.
Collaborate closely with kitchen and care colleagues to foster a warm, supportive home environment.
About You
To join us in this permanent role, you will bring:
Experience: Formal qualifications aren't necessary, though any similar background in a commercial kitchen or care setting is helpful.
Attributes: Reliable, considerate, caring, and committed to maintaining the highest kitchen standards. (Full training and development are provided!)
The Rewards Package
Barchester offers a fantastic rewards package to recognize your hard work, including:
Competitive pay at £13.21 per hour
Free training and development for all roles
Access to comprehensive wellbeing and support tools
A wide range of retail discounts and savings
‘Employee of the Month’ rewards and ‘Long Service Awards’
Unlimited access to our ‘Refer a Friend’ bonus scheme