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Kitchen Assistant

Company:Oakland Care Ltd
Salary:£13.20 per hour
Hours:Full-time
Location:Chigwell, IG7 6HX
Job type:Permanent
Posting date:15 Sept 2026
Closing date:28 Sept 2026
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Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable Kitchen

Assistant to support our busy catering team and help us deliver 5* meals with

exceptional service.

We offer some excellent rewards and benefits

including:

  • We
  • offer all team members 1 free meal per shift.

  • Uniform
  • provided.

  • Enhanced Bank
  • Holiday pay.

  • Increased
  • Annual Leave entitlement - team members who work with us for 3 years or

    more, get extra annual leave.

  • Cycle
  • to Work scheme – why not save money on commuting costs and improve your

    health at the same time.

  • Milestone
  • Birthdays - get EXTRA time off to celebrate that special

    birthday.

  • Company
  • sick pay which is over and above the statutory entitlement.

    (subject to length of service)

  • Refer
  • a Friend Scheme for successful referrals - for all

    permanent roles within Oakland Care (T&C's apply).

  • Recognition
  • and staff appreciation initiatives.

  • Health
  • Cash Plan (subject to T&Cs).

  • Death
  • in Service Benefit (subject to T&Cs).

  • Long
  • service awards.

And much more……….

 

Location: Lambwood Heights, 244 Lambourne Road, Chigwell IG7 6HX

Hours: 40 hours

per week

Pay: £13.20 per

hour 

Contract: Full time

Shift: Days

 

How could you make a difference as a Kitchen Assistant

with us:

Hygiene and cleanliness is crucial to us, and you will contribute towards this

by ensuring that food preparation and service areas, tools and utensils are

clean and hygienic at all times.  Working individually and as part of a

team, you'll also be very visible to our residents by assisting with the

preparation and serving of meals and refreshments. 

We offer comprehensive learning and development

opportunities and welcome candidates with a variety of different

experiences. 

What do you need to succeed:

Previous kitchen experience is preferred but not required - we provide

comprehensive training to help you excel in your new role. If you have a

passion for food and a desire to learn, apply now and embark on a rewarding

career with us!

“Our mission” is to provide exceptional homes

for people to live, love and be loved where everyone is part of our family.

  • Family 
  • Integrity 
  • Respect
  • Exceptional
  • Sustainable

Apply now

If you’re ready to start your journey and make a difference,

then don’t delay and apply today!

Apply for this job

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