Kitchen Assistant

Kitchen Assistant – Caring Homes Group

Join our dedicated team at Caring Homes Group in Dereham as a Kitchen Assistant. You will support the kitchen staff in a 40‑bed nursing, residential and dementia care home.

• Location:
  
  Dereham, England, United Kingdom
• Employment Type:
  
  Part‑time (35 hours per week)
• Shift pattern:
  Inclusive of alternate weekends; no late evenings
• Compensation: £12.21 per hour

• Work‑life balance with flexible scheduling.
• Supportive, collaborative environment – we’re a family.
• Continuous development and opportunities for professional growth.
• Free DBS & Blue Light Card, high street discounts, employee assistance program.

• Ensure the kitchen is clean, tidy and well‑organised.
• Maintain highest hygiene and safety standards.
• Assist the chef with cooking and baking tasks when required.
• Wash all dishes, utensils and kitchen equipment.
• Sweep and mop floors and take out the rubbish regularly.

• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Genuine desire to make a difference in residents' lives.
• Previous kitchen or catering experience is a plus but not essential; full training provided.
• Commitment to high standards of cleanliness and safety.

• No late evenings.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Ongoing professional development including training and apprenticeship opportunities.

Become part of our caring family by applying today!