Bank Kitchen AssistantNHS

Hayling Island, PO11 0BA Bank £12.72

Posted 17 September 2026 Closing date 9 October 2026

Fratton Rail Station (3.4 miles, direct) Smallbrook Junction (Isle of Wight Steam Railway (8.7 miles, direct) Beachlands (0.4 miles, direct)

Job summary

Are you reliable, organised, and passionate about food? Looking for a rewarding role where your work makes a real difference daily? Join the Agincare family as a Bank Kitchen Assistant at our Gorseway care home. Youll play an important part in preparing nutritious, delicious meals that our residents can look forward to, helping to make mealtimes enjoyable, comforting and something to look forward to. What we offer: £12.72 per hour Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000*) Career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5 Blue Light discount package Company pension scheme On-demand pay Were looking for: Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK Bank Kitchen Assistant - this is a zero hour contract Combination of shift times; 7.30am - 5.30pm and 9.30am - 7.30pm No set shifts, flexible rota A positive, team-focused attitude Previous kitchen experience required for this role Your role: Support the chef to prepare balanced, nutritious meals and snacks Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene Follow food safety, COSHH, and health & safety guidelines Work both independently and as part of the team Engage with residents, bringing warmth and friendliness to the dining experience You dont need a care background, your care shows in the meals you help prepare and the welcoming environment you create.

Main duties of the job

Join the Agincare family as a Bank Kitchen Assistant at our Gorseway care home. In this role, youll play an important part in preparing nutritious, delicious meals for our residents, helping to make mealtimes enjoyable, comforting, and something to look forward to. The role offers a variety of benefits including a pay rate of £12.72 per hour, a refer a friend scheme with the potential to earn up to £1000, and career development opportunities with fully funded training up to QCF Level 5. We also offer a Blue Light discount package, a company pension scheme, and on-demand pay. We are looking for someone with a minimum of 12 months right to work in the UK, as this is a zero-hour contract. Shifts can vary, and there are no set shifts as the rota is flexible. A positive, team-focused attitude and previous kitchen experience are required.

Job description

Package Description: Are you reliable, organised, and passionate about food? Looking for a rewarding role where your work makes a real difference daily?Join the Agincare family as a Bank Kitchen Assistant at our Gorseway care home. Youll play an important part in preparing nutritious, delicious meals that our residents can look forward to, helping to make mealtimes enjoyable, comforting and something to look forward to.

What we offer:

£12.72 per hour
Refer a friend scheme (up to £1000*)
Career development & fully funded training up to QCF Level 5
Blue Light discount package
Company pension scheme
On-demand pay

Were looking for:

Minimum 12 months right to work in the UK
Bank Kitchen Assistant - this is a zero hour contract
Combination of shift times; 7.30am - 5.30pm and 9.30am - 7.30pm
No set shifts, flexible rota
A positive, team-focused attitude
Previous kitchen experience required for this role

Your role:

Support the chef to prepare balanced, nutritious meals and snacks
Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene
Follow food safety, COSHH, and health & safety guidelines
Work both independently and as part of the team
Engage with residents, bringing warmth and friendliness to the dining experience

You dont need a care background, your care shows in the meals you help prepare and the welcoming environment you create.

Where you'll be workingGorseway care home

Click here to view the care home: https://www.agincare.com/care-homes/hampshire/gorseway-nursing-home-hayling-island/
Care Quality Commission rating - https://www.cqc.org.uk/location/1-5859745443

If this sounds like something youd enjoy, apply today!

About us:

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across England. Today, with more than 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the countrys leading family-owned care providers, delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations.We are proud supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. All our adult services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

If this particular role isnt the right fit for you, we encourage you to explore our other vacancies, www.agincare.com/careers

About us

For 40 years, Agincare has been proudly supporting communities across England. With over 5,500 team members nationwide, we are one of the country's leading family-owned care providers. We are committed to delivering high-quality care and support services across more than 170 locations. Our adult care services are regulated by the CQC, and our children's services are regulated by Ofsted. We take pride in being supporters of the Care Leaver Covenant and the Armed Forces community, offering guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants. Agincare is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from people of diverse backgrounds. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship.

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