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Kitchen Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Wisbech, PE14 8JB Permanent £13.21
Posted 21 August 2026 Closing date 20 October 2026
Watlington Rail Station (5.4 miles, direct) Peterborough (Nene Valley Railway) (22.2 miles, direct) The Guineas Bus Station (29.9 miles, direct)

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 t

Main duties of the job

The role of Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home involves providing first-class food and hospitality to support exceptional all-round care for residents. The job requires producing meals and creating fulfilling dining experiences, making a significant impact beyond the kitchen. Candidates should maintain high standards during food preparation, be reliable, considerate, and caring in their approach. While formal qualifications are not necessary, similar experience in a commercial or care setting is beneficial. The rewards package includes competitive pay, free training and development, access to well-being support, retail discounts, and a 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme.

Job description

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.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a provider of care homes, emphasizing the importance of a nutritious diet for the well-being of residents. The company is committed to delivering exceptional care and support, ensuring residents enjoy their daily life. Barchester offers a rewarding environment where attention to detail and people skills are valued. They provide opportunities for employees to know residents better, enhance their hospitality experience, and develop new skills. The company values dedication, offering a competitive rate of pay alongside sector-leading benefits, including training, development, and recognition schemes.

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