Overview

This is a NHS role (permanent) with Barchester Healthcare based in Tewkesbury, GL20 6HP. The advertised salary is £13.21. Applications close on 26 October 2026. GovJobs has indexed this vacancy from its official source — use the apply button to view the full advert and apply directly.

Job description

Please note- the is a weekend position working 2 X 9 Hour shifts. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills. ABOUT YOU When you join us as a Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process.

As a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you will help to provide first-class food and hospitality to give exceptional all-round care and support to residents. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital for the wellbeing of residents, making the role very important. You will aid in producing meals and creating a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. Professional qualifications aren't necessary, but similar experience in a commercial or care setting is useful. We seek someone committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during food preparation. Barchester offers a sector-leading benefits package including training, wellbeing tools, retail discounts, and employee rewards.

Barchester Healthcare is a leading care home provider in the healthcare industry. They are dedicated to delivering high-quality care and support for residents in their care homes, focusing on individual needs and exceptional personal service. With a clear mission to ensure the dignity and independence of their residents, Barchester incorporates a variety of services, including personalised care, top-tier hospitality, and engaging activities. They pride themselves on creating a welcoming and stimulating environment for both residents and staff. Their commitment to training and development ensures that their team remains skilled and motivated to provide superior care and service.

Please note- the is a weekend position working 2 X 9 Hour shifts.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills.

ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Please note- the is a weekend position working 2 X 9 Hour shifts.

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills.

ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful.

REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards'

And so much more!

If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful.

Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Tewkesbury

GL20 6HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Tewkesbury

GL20 6HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

How this role compares

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