Kitchen Assistant (Care Home) - United Kingdom, United Kingdom

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Westgate Healthcare

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Location: Byron House Care Home, Wendover Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP9 LP

Hourly rate:£[amount] per hour, plus p/h weekend enhancement

Hours: [number] hours per week

Shifts: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., 2 shifts over 7 days (must be able to cover alternate weekends)

Job type: Permanent

Come and make a difference with the team at Westgate Healthcare!#CareWithUsAtWestgate

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Kitchen Assistant to join our family at Byron House Care Home.

We seek individuals who share our values, have an interest in helping others, a can-do attitude, and who will treat the people we support with care, compassion, and respect. If you want to make a difference in the lives of our elderly residents, apply today.

Why work at Westgate?

• Competitive pay rates with enhanced pay on weekends
• Equal pay for young workers, paid the same as staff aged +
• Improve your financial wellness and flexibility with Wagestream; access your wages before pay day and enjoy exclusive discounts at a variety of the UK’s favourite shops
• Access to the Blue Light Card (employee discount scheme)
• Access to other discount schemes; Byond Prepayment Card (employee cashback), Extras Discounts, and Cycle to Work Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme – earn up to £[amount] for a successful referral!
• Internal and external employee recognition schemes (e.g., Employee of the Month and Long Service) and team-building social events
• Support in achieving additional qualifications, including nationally recognized qualifications
• Access to financial and wellbeing support through The Care Workers Charity
• Comprehensive staff induction with free training and professional development

About the role:

• Support in the kitchen with meal preparation
• Assist in washing crockery, cutlery, cooking and serving utensils, and kitchen equipment
• Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas in accordance with COSHH regulations
• Ensure all health and safety guidelines are strictly followed
• Carry out any reasonable requests or instructions from the Home Manager or Head Chef
• Accept and process kitchen deliveries, ensuring correct storage and inventory rotation

About you:

• The right to live and work in the UK
• Previous experience in a similar position is essential
• Experience in a care home environment is ideal, but candidates with hotel/restaurant backgrounds are encouraged to apply
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to work in a team, with a caring nature and positive attitude
• An understanding of Health and Safety, Infection Control, and COSHH

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable applications are received; early submission is encouraged. Due to high application volume, if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application was unsuccessful.

Westgate Healthcare is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.

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