Kitchen Assistant (Part time)

Are you passionate about making a difference in your local community?

Do you enjoy working in a kitchen environment and want to be part of a supportive care team?

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable

Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team within a warm and welcoming care home setting.

About the Role

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the kitchen and ensuring a clean, safe, and pleasant dining experience for our residents.

Your responsibilities will include

• Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with COSHH guidelines
• Washing up and caring for kitchen equipment
• Cleaning kitchen surfaces, floors, and adhering to the dishwasher cleaning schedule
• Preparing and setting up tea trolleys throughout the day
• Assisting with serving food and supporting residents where needed
• Clearing food trays and keeping dining areas tidy
• Emptying bins and managing waste disposal
• Laying tables in the dining room
• Preparing and serving drinks and refreshments for visitors and relatives
• Supporting the kitchen team with general duties as required

About You

To be successful in this role, you will

• Have previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant (essential)
• Be able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Have strong communication and organisational skills
• Be proactive, reliable, and able to prioritise tasks effectively
• Show a caring and respectful approach when working around residents

What We Offer

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£13 per hour

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33.5 hours per week (part-time, including weekends)

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Day shifts

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28 days annual leave (pro rata, including bank holidays)

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Free DBS (terms apply)

• Free on-site parking
• Life Insurance
• Company pension scheme
• Wagestream – access your pay when you need it
• Employee Assistance Programme – mental health & wellbeing support
• Free training and development (including fully funded apprenticeships)
• Annual salary review
• Refer-a-friend scheme (up to £750 reward)

About Us

Aurem Care is proud to have been recognised as a

Top 20 Care Home Group by carehome.co.uk.

Our homes are built on a simple belief

people caring for people. We are committed to creating happy, supportive environments for our residents and our teams.

Our values guide everything we do

Diversity | Integrity | Fun | Commitment | Connection

Important Information

Please note

Aurem Care is not a sponsoring organisation – applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!