Job Advertisement: Permanent Kitchen Assistant

Position: Kitchen Assistant

Location: Hilderstone Hall Care Home, Hall Lane, Stone, ST15 8SQ

Pay Rate: £13.21 per hour

Contract Type: Permanent, Part-Time (31.50 hours per week)

Shift Pattern: Days

About the Role

As a Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we are proud to partner with Barchester Healthcare to connect dedicated, hardworking individuals with rewarding hospitality and care opportunities.

Are you looking to play a vital part in residents' daily lives through great food and hospitality? As a permanent Kitchen Assistant at Barchester, you’ll help provide first-class dining that ensures residents enjoy exceptional all-round care and wellbeing. A healthy, nutritious diet is key to everyday happiness, and you will help produce wholesome meals while creating a wonderful dining experience. Beyond the kitchen, you'll have plenty of opportunities to interact with residents, build positive relationships, and develop your culinary skills.

Barchester is one of the UK’s leading healthcare providers—and the only healthcare provider in the UK to be accredited as one of the best companies to work for—offering brilliant training and long-term career growth.

About You

To join us as a Kitchen Assistant, you will need:

A strong commitment to maintaining the highest hygiene and food preparation standards.
A reliable, considerate, and caring approach.
Great attention to detail and wonderful people skills.

(Formal qualifications aren’t necessary, though any similar experience in a commercial or care setting is always welcome! Full training and development will be provided.)

Rewards & Benefits Package

Competitive Pay: £13.21 per hour.
Contract Hours: 31.50 hours per week on a permanent day shift schedule.
Professional Development: Free training and development for all roles.
Wellbeing Support: Access to dedicated wellbeing and support tools.
Perks & Discounts: A wide range of retail savings and discounts.
Recognition: 'Employee of the Month' rewards, 'Long Service Awards', and an unlimited 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme.