Kitchen Assistant (Full Time - 35 hours)
| Company: | Jewish Care |
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| Salary: | £14.80 to £14.80 an hour |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Friern Barnet, N11 3ND |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 27 Jul 2026 |
| Closing date: | 1 Nov 2026 |
Summary
At Jewish Care, food is more than just a meal—it’s about comfort, community, and connection. Across our care homes and community centres, our catering teams play a vital role in creating welcoming environments where people feel at home.
About the role
We’re looking for a Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly catering team, supporting the delivery of high-quality meals and hospitality services.
This is a hands-on role where you’ll be part of a busy kitchen, helping with food preparation, keeping everything clean and safe, and supporting a great dining experience for our residents and community members.
What you’ll be doing
- Assisting with basic food preparation
- Washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
- Keeping kitchen and dining areas clean and organised
- Supporting meal service and preparing dining areas
- Helping with hospitality and special events
- Working closely with chefs and front-of-house teams
What we’re looking for
You don’t need previous experience—we’ll provide training. What matters most is your attitude:
- Reliable and hardworking
- A team player who enjoys being busy
- Takes pride in cleanliness and hygiene
- Friendly and approachable
- Willing to learn and support others
Experience in a kitchen or catering environment is helpful but not essential.
Working pattern
35 hours -Typically 5 days out of 7, including some weekends
Flexibility to support occasional evening events and holidays