Job Description

Job Role: Kitchen Support Worker (No Experience Needed - Full Training Provided)
Location: Heathside and The Mews, Penketh, Warrington, UK
Hours: Flexible - typically between 10am-5pm, with breaks to suit school hours (Monday to Friday or weekends available)
Salary: 12.21 per hour
About Heathside and The Mews
At Heathside and The Mews, we specialise in providing high-quality care to older people and those living with dementia, in a homely, supportive environment. Heathside is our 37-bedroom residential home, offering a cosy, traditional feel, while The Mews is our 25-bedroom home with a light and modern atmosphere. These two homes sit side-by-side, sharing many activities and outings but each offering a unique experience.
What both homes have in common is the exceptional level of care we provide. Our approach is person-centred, meaning we take the time to truly understand the individuals we support. Mealtimes are a key part of creating a warm, nurturing environment, and as a Kitchen Support Worker, you'll help make every meal enjoyable, comforting, and nourishing for our residents.
A Day in the Life of a Kitchen Support Worker
In this role, you'll support the kitchen team to prepare and serve well-balanced, nutritious meals. You don't need previous cooking experience -- we'll provide all the training you need.
You'll use pre-prepared ingredients and simple recipes to create delicious, home-style meals, while ensuring the kitchen remains clean, safe, and well-organised.
Your day-to-day tasks may include:

• Preparing and serving meals with guidance from the team

• Washing up and maintaining a clean kitchen area

• Storing food safely and helping with stock rotation

• Supporting residents' individual dietary needs

• Working closely with the care team to make mealtimes enjoyable

Employee Benefits
As a charity, we do what we can to show our teams that we value them and the life-changing work they do. We offer:

• Welcome bonus - receive 500 as a warm welcome to the team

• Access to training and development, including funded qualifications (with completion bonuses)

• Access to wellbeing support including 24/7 GP, mental health services, and dental advice

• Blue Light Card - cost covered by us

• Discounts on childcare, shopping, and online training courses

• Night and Christmas enhancements for applicable roles

• Free meals for staff working 12-hour shifts

• Refer-a-Friend bonus (200)

• Ongoing investment in technology and training

• FlexEarn - access part of your pay as soon as you've worked the hours

Who We're Looking For
People who share and support our values:

• Supporting rights, needs, choices, and dreams

• Seeing the possibility to make a difference in all we do

• Being financially responsible and sustainable

• Embracing new technology and innovation

• Appreciating every colleague's contribution

You don't need professional cooking experience - just a willingness to learn, a positive attitude, and pride in your work.
Ready to Change Lives? Apply Now!
If you're friendly, flexible, and would love to make a real difference to our residents, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and a member of our team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps.
More About We Change Lives
We Change Lives (WCL) is a remarkable charity in Northwest England, dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, older people, dementia, and mental health challenges. Our mission is to help people lead purposeful, healthy, and fulfilling lives through residential homes, supported living, and community-based services.

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