Kitchen Assistant

Catering and Hospitality - Osprey Court Care Home

Contract: Full Time

Salary: £12.21 Per Hour

Shift Type: Dayshift

Contracted hours: Full Time

Osprey Court Care Home is a purpose-built home located in peaceful Pitcrocknie Village, Alyth. Designed for the complete well-being of our 60 residents, we will provide personalised Residential, Dementia, Nursing, and Respite care within a nurturing, multigenerational environment.

We are now looking for a dedicated Kitchen Assistant to join our brand-new team. Whether you have previous catering experience or are looking to start a new career, this role offers the opportunity to make a real difference every day by supporting our chefs and ensuring residents enjoy nutritious, high-quality meals.

What We Offer

• £12.21 per hour
• Full-time role
• Paid PVG, pension scheme, free uniform, and onsite parking
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (based on a full-time contract)
• Full training and ongoing support provided

What You Will Do
As a Kitchen Assistant, you will support the smooth running of the kitchen by assisting with food preparation, keeping the kitchen clean and organised, and following food hygiene and safety standards. You will also help with deliveries and stock management, ensuring everything is stored correctly and safely. Above all, you will work as part of a supportive team, contributing to a positive dining experience for our residents.

What We’re Looking For

• Good organisational skills and attention to detail
• Basic knowledge of food hygiene and safe handling principles
• A positive, team-focused attitude with good communication skills
• Previous kitchen or catering experience is helpful but not essential – full training will be given

About Us
Osprey Court Care Home is part of Care Concern Group, a family-owned, market-leading care provider with over 100 homes across the United Kingdom. We are committed to delivering outstanding care in specialist settings and creating supportive workplaces where our teams can grow and flourish.

Our five core values – Trust, Respect, Passion, Kindness, Inclusivity – define everything we do. If you share these values and want to bring your skills to a role where you are truly appreciated, we would love to hear from you.