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Kitchen Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Horndean, PO8 0WU Permanent £13.31
Posted 14 August 2026 Closing date 13 October 2026
Rowlands Castle Rail Station (1.8 miles away) Havant Bus Station (4.0 miles away)

Job summary

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 PACKAG

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll provide first-class food and hospitality to help give residents exceptional care and support. The role is important as a healthy diet ensures residents' wellbeing and enjoyment of daily life. You will assist in producing meals and creating a fulfilling dining experience. You're encouraged to get to know residents to enhance their hospitality experience. The role requires someone committed to high standards in food preparation, who is reliable, considerate, and caring. While formal qualifications aren't required, similar experience in a commercial or care setting is beneficial.

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.

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About us

Barchester Healthcare is a renowned provider of care homes in the UK, focusing on delivering exceptional care and support to residents. They prioritize a holistic approach to care, emphasizing the importance of not only physical but also emotional well-being. This is reflected in their commitment to providing first-class food and hospitality, as they believe a nutritious diet is key to ensuring residents' overall well-being. Barchester Healthcare invests in their staff's development through free training and rewards dedication with a competitive pay rate and a comprehensive benefits package, fostering a supportive work environment.

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