Kitchen Assistant - Bank - Care Home
About this role
Bank Kitchen Assistant
Position: Bank Kitchen Assistant (Casual / Flexible)
Location: Pinetree Care Home, Rawreth Lane, Rayleigh, SS6 9XH
Pay Rate: £14.80 per hour (Inclusive of 12.07% bank worker enhancement)
Hours: Flexible / As and when required (Bank contract, Days)
Closing Date: 4 September 2026
About the Role
Are you looking for a flexible role where you can combine your attention to detail with fantastic people skills? Acting as a supportive bridge staffing agency, we are partnering with Barchester Healthcare to find a reliable Bank Kitchen Assistant for Pinetree Care Home.
In this vital casual role, you will provide cover for planned or unplanned absences, helping to produce delicious meals and create a fulfilling dining experience. A nutritious diet is essential to resident wellbeing, and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen as you get to know residents and enhance their daily hospitality experience. Plus, strong performance in this role could lead to a permanent opportunity!
Key Responsibilities
Food Preparation & Standards: Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and food preparation in the kitchen.
Meal Delivery: Assist the catering team in producing wholesome, nutritious meals for residents.
Resident Engagement: Build friendly relationships with residents during meal times to enhance their overall dining experience.
Flexible Cover: Provide ad-hoc support across day shifts as and when required by the home.
What Vetting & Experience You Need
Approach: Reliable, considerate, caring, and flexible with work patterns.
Commitment: A strong dedication to maintaining food safety and hygiene standards.
Experience: Formal qualifications are not necessary, though previous experience in a commercial or care catering setting is advantageous. Full training and development will be provided!
Rewards Package
Competitive Pay: Excellent hourly rate of £14.80 (inclusive of bank enhancement).
True Flexibility: Work hours and days that fit around your personal schedule.
Career Progression: Access to free learning, development, and potential pathways to permanent roles, alongside participation in events like the annual Barchester Hospitality Awards.