Kitchen Assistant
| Company: | CARE CONCERN GROUP LIMITED |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Part-time |
| Location: | Basingstoke, RG23 7GF |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 23 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 22 Nov 2026 |
Summary
About Meadow View Neurological Centre
Meadow View Neurological Centre is a purpose-built specialist neurological care and rehabilitation centre in Basingstoke, Hampshire. Our experienced team provides personalised care and rehabilitation for adults with complex neurological conditions and injuries, supporting people to achieve greater independence and quality of life. With modern facilities, dedicated therapy spaces and a welcoming environment, colleagues have the opportunity to work as part of a skilled multidisciplinary team and make a meaningful difference every day.
Kitchen Assistant Contract
- £16,117.52 per annum
- 24 hours per week
- Days/ weekends
- Paid DBS, pension and uniform provided
- 28 days annual leave (pro rata for part time), inclusive of Bank Holidays
- Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services
- Refer a Friend Bonus – up to £750 per referral (nurse & carer roles only)
Role Overview
As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support the kitchen team with the preparation and delivery of nutritious, high quality meals for the people we support.
Working alongside the chefs, the role includes food preparation such as chopping, mixing, portioning and assembling ingredients, as well as supporting basic cooking and meal preparation in line with planned menus and individual dietary requirements.
You will help maintain high standards of food hygiene and safe working practices, including stock rotation, food storage and temperature checks. The role also involves supporting the kitchen team to meet the nutritional and dietary needs of individuals, including texture-modified and specialist diets.
A caring and sensitive approach is important when working around people with neurological conditions, including those who may have cognitive, physical or communication difficulties.
What We Are Looking For
- Previous experience in a catering or kitchen environment
- Experience in a healthcare or care setting is desirable
- Understanding of food safety, hygiene and health and safety requirements
- Experience preparing meals for special dietary or texture-modified requirements is desirable
- Flexible, proactive and willing to learn
- Able to work under pressure and use initiative
- Compassionate and respectful approach
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
About us
Inspire Neurocare is part of Care Concern Group, a family owned, market leading care provider with a strong and growing presence across the United Kingdom. Inspire Neurocare provides specialist care and rehabilitation for people with complex neurological needs, with a focus on delivering high quality, person-centred care and creating supportive, rewarding workplaces where our teams can thrive.
Our values
Kind|Inclusive|Nurturing|Dynamic are at the heart of everything we do, shaping the care we deliver and the environments we create. If you share these values and want to build or develop your career in specialist neurocare, we would love to hear from you.