At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our kitchen team to prepare nutritious meals and maintain hygiene standards.
- Company: Milesian Manor Care Home, a place with family values and an award-winning team.
- Benefits: Flexible shifts, career development, and health initiatives, plus discounts at Malone Hotel.
- Other info: Enjoy free parking, uniform, and incentives for employee referrals.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in a supportive environment while making a difference for residents.
- Qualifications: Kitchen experience preferred; must communicate well with the elderly and be flexible.
The predicted salary is between 12 - 13 £ per hour.
- Title
- Kitchen Assistant
- Location
Milesian Manor Lifestyle Care Home, 9 Ballyheifer Road, Magherafelt.
Job Summary
Milesian Manor Care Home is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our kitchen team on a full‑time basis.
The successful candidate will assist in preparing nutritious meals for residents while gaining valuable experience in food preparation, kitchen operations and hygiene standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting in the preparation of meals as directed by the chef or kitchen supervisor.
- Preparing basic dishes such as salads, sandwiches and soups.
- Ensuring meals are portioned appropriately and according to dietary requirements (e. g., low‑sodium, diabetic‑friendly).
- Helping to serve meals to residents or dining areas.
- Maintaining high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.
- Following food safety guidelines, including proper food storage and labelling.
- Complying with care home policies and health regulations.
- Reporting any issues related to equipment, cleanliness or safety.
- Ideal Candidate
- Kitchen experience in a similar position or environment.
- Ability to communicate with the elderly.
- Ability to work set hours and be flexible to meet the needs of the organisation.
- Be in good general health (medically fit).
Benefits
- Collaborating with an award‑winning team with family values.
- A comprehensive paid induction programme.
- A wide variety of training is provided.
- Career development opportunities.
- Flexibility of shifts.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Discounted rates at Malone Hotel, Belfast.
- Health and well‑being initiatives, including team‑building initiatives.
- Free car parking and uniform.
- Incentives for employee referrals.
- Terms and conditions apply.
- General Requirements
- Good command of spoken and written English.
- Right to work and live in the UK.
- High attention to detail.
- Understanding of food hygiene and safety standards.
- Successful candidates must be willing to register with NISCC.
- An Enhanced Access NI Check will be required for this post.
- Additional Policies
We do not offer sponsorship for this role. Applicants requiring sponsorship will be automatically declined.
Macklin Care Homes is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
- Closing Date
- Tuesday 30th June, 2026
- Contract Type
- Full time
- Salary
- £12.80 Hourly
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Kitchen Porter / Dishwasher in Magherafelt employer: Macklin Care Homes | Care Home Group in Northern Ireland
Macklin Care Homes is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises the well-being of both residents and staff. With a focus on career growth, employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring they can advance in their roles while making a meaningful impact in the lives of those they care for. Located in Belfast, our care home provides a welcoming environment where teamwork and compassion are at the heart of everything we do.
Contact Details:
Macklin Care Homes | Care Home Group in Northern Ireland Recruitment Team
