Overview
As a Bank 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 Bank Kitchen Assistant is so important. Providing cover for any planned or unplanned absences, 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 and enhance their hospitality experience.
Job responsibilities
* Provide cover for planned or unplanned absences and help to produce meals that create a fulfilling dining experience for residents.
* Contribute to high standards of food preparation and hospitality within the care home.
* Collaborate with colleagues to support residents and enhance their daily experience.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK\'s leading healthcare providers, operating care homes and independent living services across the country. They are committed to providing high-quality care and support to their residents, and take catering seriously, including an annual Barchester Hospitality Awards.
Details
Date posted: 08 September 2025
Pay scheme: Other
Salary: £14.24 an hour
Contract: Bank
Working pattern: Flexible working
Reference number: 1378968807
Job locations: Barchester Healthcare, Horley, RH6 7DJ
About the role and requirements
Role emphasis As a Bank Kitchen Assistant, you\'ll help to provide first-class food and hospitality to residents, supporting their wellbeing and daily life. Your hours will vary as this is a Bank position to cover annual leave or sick leave.
About you You should be reliable, considerate and caring, with a flexible approach to work patterns. Formal qualifications aren\'t necessary, though any similar experience in a commercial or care setting would be useful.
Rewards
In addition to competitive pay, the role offers true flexibility and opportunities for learning and development. This position could lead to a permanent role for the right candidate, subject to operational needs.
Associated statements
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service may be required.
Employer details
Barchester Healthcare
Address: Barchester Healthcare, Horley, RH6 7DJ
Employer website: https://www.barchester.com/
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