Kitchen Assistant - Care Home
The closing date is 13 April 2026
Job summary
As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable the care home to give residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring the residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident.
Main duties of the job
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 the residents, enhance their hospitality experience, and develop your skills. As a Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of the care home. You should be reliable, considerate, and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful.
About us
Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care homes in the UK, offering high-quality residential, nursing, and dementia care to thousands of people across the country. The company is committed to providing the best possible care and support to its residents, and the role of Kitchen Assistant is an important part of this mission.
Details
Date posted
12 February 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£12.71 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
1462103070
Job locations
Barchester Healthcare
Knaresborough
HG5 8LS
Employer details
Employer name
Barchester Healthcare
Address
Barchester Healthcare
Knaresborough
HG5 8LS