Kitchen Assistant (Part time)
| Company: | AUREM Care |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £12.71 per hour |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | N12 8HG |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 30 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 30 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Are you passionate about making a difference in your local community?
Do you enjoy working in a kitchen environment and want to be part of a supportive care team?
We are looking for a dedicated and reliable
Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team within a warm and welcoming care home setting.
About the Role
As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the kitchen and ensuring a clean, safe, and pleasant dining experience for our residents.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with COSHH guidelines
- Washing up and caring for kitchen equipment
- Cleaning kitchen surfaces, floors, and adhering to the dishwasher cleaning schedule
- Preparing and setting up tea trolleys throughout the day
- Assisting with serving food and supporting residents where needed
- Clearing food trays and keeping dining areas tidy
- Emptying bins and managing waste disposal
- Laying tables in the dining room
- Preparing and serving drinks and refreshments for visitors and relatives
- Supporting the kitchen team with general duties as required
About You
To be successful in this role, you will:
- Have previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant (essential)
- Be able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Have strong communication and organisational skills
- Be proactive, reliable, and able to prioritise tasks effectively
- Show a caring and respectful approach when working around residents
What We Offer
- Free on-site parking
- Life Insurance
- Company pension scheme
- Wagestream – access your pay when you need it
- Employee Assistance Programme – mental health & wellbeing support
- Free training and development (including fully funded apprenticeships)
- Annual salary review
- Refer-a-friend scheme (up to £750 reward)
£12.71 per hour
9 hours per week (including weekends and extra hours available for cover)
Part time, Day shifts
28 days annual leave (pro rata, including bank holidays)
Free DBS (terms apply)
About Us
Aurem Care is proud to have been recognised as a
Top 20 Care Home Group by carehome.co.uk.
Our homes are built on a simple belief:
people caring for people. We are committed to creating happy, supportive environments for our residents and our teams.
Our values guide everything we do:
Diversity | Integrity | Fun | Commitment | Connection
Important Information
Please note:
Aurem Care is not a sponsoring organisation – applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!