Job summary
The job role is for a Bank Kitchen Assistant at a care home operated by Agincare Homes Holdings in Amersham, Buckinghamshire. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the chef in creating healthy and balanced meals and snacks, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, and providing support and engagement to the residents.
Main duties of the job
As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the chef in the preparation and serving of meals and snacks, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen, and working as part of a team to provide a positive experience for the residents. You will need previous experience in a catering environment, an understanding of food safety and COSHH regulations, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
About us
Agincare Homes Holdings is a family-run business that has been providing care and support services since 1986. They are one of the largest care providers in the UK, with over 100 locations across England, including care homes, home care services, and supported living properties. Agincare is committed to providing high-quality care and supporting its employees through training and development opportunities.
Details
Date posted
11 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.50 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
Job locations
Agincare Homes Holdings
Amersham
HP6 6EJ
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
We are on the lookout for a reliable, passionate and organised individual to join our team as a kitchen assistant.
Are you looking to further your career and fancy obtaining a new rewarding role within the health & social care sector?
Then come and join the Agincare family askitchen assistanttoday
Where you'll be working
* Click here to view the care home:Care Home in Buckinghamshire | Care Home Buckinghamshire The Croft | Agincare
As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy
* £12.50 per hour
* Refer a friend scheme earn up to £1000*
* Outstanding career development
* Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
* Blue Light care discount package
* Company pension scheme
* On demand pay
What is required from you?
* A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK
* Previous experience in a kitchen setting is essential.
* Bank shifts available
A day in the life of a Kitchen Assistant
* Support the chef to create healthy/balanced meals and snacks, and ensuring a good understanding of various dietary requirements and allergens
* Ensure a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in the kitchen area, with good levels of hygiene particularly in line with COSHH regulations and health and safety protocols.
* Work as a team player, but have the ability to lone work when needed, effectively managing your time.
* Offer support, communication and engagement to the residents.
About You
You don't have to have worked in care before, a previous role in a different catering environment is great for someone willing to learn. We'd like you to have some prior knowledge of food safety and COSHH. You will be a caring, self-motivated and enthusiastic individual who is able to show empathy to the needs of others.
About Agincare
Were a family run business that's been caring and supporting people since 1986.
With over 4,500 team members, were one of the UKs largest care providers and are continuing to grow.We have over 100 locations across England including our care & nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices.
Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently.We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.
All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.
*Refer a friend bonuses are subject to terms and conditions
AMERSP
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
We are on the lookout for a reliable, passionate and organised individual to join our team as a kitchen assistant.
Are you looking to further your career and fancy obtaining a new rewarding role within the health & social care sector?
Then come and join the Agincare family askitchen assistanttoday
Where you'll be working
* Click here to view the care home:Care Home in Buckinghamshire | Care Home Buckinghamshire The Croft | Agincare
As an Agincare employee you'll enjoy
* £12.50 per hour
* Refer a friend scheme earn up to £1000*
* Outstanding career development
* Fully funded training up to QCF level 5
* Blue Light care discount package
* Company pension scheme
* On demand pay
What is required from you?
* A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK
* Previous experience in a kitchen setting is essential.
* Bank shifts available
A day in the life of a Kitchen Assistant
* Support the chef to create healthy/balanced meals and snacks, and ensuring a good understanding of various dietary requirements and allergens
* Ensure a high standard of cleanliness is maintained in the kitchen area, with good levels of hygiene particularly in line with COSHH regulations and health and safety protocols.
* Work as a team player, but have the ability to lone work when needed, effectively managing your time.
* Offer support, communication and engagement to the residents.
About You
You don't have to have worked in care before, a previous role in a different catering environment is great for someone willing to learn. We'd like you to have some prior knowledge of food safety and COSHH. You will be a caring, self-motivated and enthusiastic individual who is able to show empathy to the needs of others.
About Agincare
Were a family run business that's been caring and supporting people since 1986.
With over 4,500 team members, were one of the UKs largest care providers and are continuing to grow.We have over 100 locations across England including our care & nursing homes, home care branches, extra care schemes, supported living properties and live-in offices.
Agincare are signatories of the Care Leaver Covenant and are committed to supporting care leavers to live independently.We are proud to be able to offer a guaranteed interview to care leavers, or an informal conversation about our career opportunities.
All of our care services are regulated by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Equal opportunities are important to us at Agincare and we welcome applications from all.
*Refer a friend bonuses are subject to terms and conditions
AMERSP
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Previous experience in a kitchen setting is essential. A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK is required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Previous experience in a kitchen setting is essential. A minimum of 12 months on your right to work in the UK is required.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Agincare
Address
Agincare Homes Holdings
Amersham
HP6 6EJ
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Employer details
Employer name
Agincare
Address
Agincare Homes Holdings
Amersham
HP6 6EJ
Employer's website
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