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Kitchen Assistant - Care HomeNHS

Derby, DE73 5XE Permanent £13.21
Posted 25 August 2026 Closing date 24 October 2026
Peartree Rail Station (2.3 miles, direct) Duffield (Ecclesbourne Valley Railway) (8.5 miles, direct) Springfield House (3.4 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.

Main duties of the job

As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help provide first-class food and hospitality, contributing to the residents' exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital for residents' wellbeing and daily enjoyment, making the Kitchen Assistant role essential. You'll assist in meal production and ensure a fulfilling dining experience for every resident, positively impacting beyond the kitchen. There will be opportunities to engage with residents, enhance their hospitality experience, and develop your skills. The role requires someone dedicated to maintaining high standards in the kitchen and food preparation process, with reliability, consideration, and a caring approach being crucial attributes. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, though experience in a similar commercial or care setting would be advantageous. In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive pay rate and benefits such as free training and development, access to wellbeing and support tools, retail discounts, and employee recognition awards.

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 prominent provider of care homes and services, recognized for offering a range of facilities and support to their residents. The organization focuses on delivering exceptional care and hospitality, aiming to enhance the quality of life for residents by ensuring they receive the nourishment and support they need. Barchester's commitment to maintaining high standards extends to its employees, providing them with training and development opportunities, wellness tools, and a selection of retail discounts and benefits aimed at appreciating their hard work and dedication. The organization acknowledges the significant role staff members play in ensuring residents feel cared for and at home, emphasizing the importance of a supportive and attentive caregiving environment. Barchester is dedicated to fostering a community that values the contributions of both residents and staff, ensuring an inclusive and nurturing atmosphere.

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