Kitchen assistant Work, Jobs in Penicuik, Midlothian (with Salaries)

Kitchen Assistant (Bank)
Aurem Care —Penicuik
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Serving
- Organisational skills
- Communication skills
- Free parking
- Annual leave
Catering Assistant
ESS Compass —Temple
- £12.76 an hour
- Customer service
- Food service experience
- Cash handling
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Weekend Kitchen Assistant
Lindemann Healthcare - Morningside Manor —Edinburgh
- £13.60 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Customer service
- Free parking
- Referral programme
Quick apply
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Kitchen Assistant
Nishiki —Edinburgh
- £12.71 - £13.60 an hour
- Part-time
- Organisational skills
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Employee discount
Quick apply
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Kitchen Assistant/Front of House
Sugar & Treats —Edinburgh
- £15,000 - £20,000 a year
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Store discount
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Catering Assistant - North Merchiston Care Home, Jewel House Care Home
City of Edinburgh Council —Edinburgh
- £25,661 - £25,924 a year
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Kitchen Assistant
RCCM —Edinburgh
- £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Inventory control
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Kitchen Assistant
Caring Homes Group —Edinburgh
- £13.45 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Cleaning
- Kitchen experience
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Kitchen Assistant
Pub & Grill - BRA_205 —Edinburgh
- Full-time
- English
- Cleaning
- Restaurant
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Kitchen Assistant
Struan Lodge Care Home —Edinburgh
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Cleaning
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
Quick apply
Part Time Kitchen Assistant
Haymarket —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- Serving
- Cleaning
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Quick apply
10d
Catering Assistant
Mr. Pretzels —Edinburgh
- From £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Serving
- Customer service
- In-person
Quick apply
12d
School Kitchen Assistant
Chartwells —Edinburgh
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- School
Kitchen Porter
Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh —Edinburgh
- £12.71 - £14.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- In-person
- Restaurant experience
- Store discount
- Flexitime
Quick apply
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General Kitchen Assistant (Maternity Cover)
Brighton Nursery —Portobello
- Up to £13 an hour
- Temporary
- Serving
- Experience working with children
- In-person
Quick apply
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Kitchen Assistant
Urban - BRA_209 —Edinburgh
- Part-time
- English
- Cleaning
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
Quick apply
School Catering Assistant
Chartwells —Edinburgh
- £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Food service experience
- Cash handling
Kitchen Team Member
Slug And Lettuce —Edinburgh
- Up to £14 an hour
- Full-time
- Cleaning
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Kitchen Porter
Decanter Bruntsfield —Edinburgh
- £12.80 an hour
- Full-time
- Bar
- Cooking
- In-person
Quick apply
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Experienced Kitchen Porter
Howies Ltd —Edinburgh
- From £12.71 an hour
- Weekend availability
- Cooking
- In-person
- Restaurant experience
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Quick apply
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Kitchen Assistant (Bank)

Aurem Care -
Penicuik

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Job details

Part-time
£12.71 an hour

Benefits

Free parking
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee assistance programme
Life insurance
Referral programme
On-site parking

Qualifications

Serving
Clearing tables
Food and beverage service
Organisational skills
Waste collection
Cleaning kitchen equipment
Communication skills
Dishwashers
Kitchen experience
COSHH compliance

Full job description

Job Ref: AUR1601

Branch: Aaron House Care Home

Location: Aaron House Care Home, Penicuik

Salary/Benefits: £12.71 per hour

Contract type: Casual

Hours: Part Time

Shift pattern: Includes weekend hours

Hours per week: Bank hours - 0 hour contract

Posted date: 02/09/2026

Closing date: 02/10/2026

Are you passionate about making a difference in your local community?

Do you enjoy working in a kitchen environment and want to be part of a supportive care team?

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team within a warm and welcoming care home setting.

About the Role

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the kitchen and ensuring a clean, safe, and pleasant dining experience for our residents.

Your responsibilities will include:

Maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in line with COSHH guidelines
Washing up and caring for kitchen equipment
Cleaning kitchen surfaces, floors, and adhering to the dishwasher cleaning schedule
Preparing and setting up tea trolleys throughout the day
Assisting with serving food and supporting residents where needed
Clearing food trays and keeping dining areas tidy
Emptying bins and managing waste disposal
Laying tables in the dining room
Preparing and serving drinks and refreshments for visitors and relatives
Supporting the kitchen team with general duties as required

About You

To be successful in this role, you will:

Have previous experience as a Kitchen Assistant (essential)
Be able to work both independently and as part of a team
Have strong communication and organisational skills
Be proactive, reliable, and able to prioritise tasks effectively
Show a caring and respectful approach when working around residents

What We Offer

£12.71 per hour
Bank contract, flexible working
Day shifts
28 days annual leave (pro rata, including bank holidays)
Free PVG (terms apply)
Free on-site parking
Life Insurance
Company pension scheme
Wagestream – access your pay when you need it
Employee Assistance Programme – mental health wellbeing support
Free training and development (including fully funded apprenticeships)
Annual salary review
Refer-a-friend scheme (up to £750 reward)

About Us

Aurem Care is proud to have been recognised as a Top 20 Care Home Group by carehome.co.uk.

Our homes are built on a simple belief: people caring for people. We are committed to creating happy, supportive environments for our residents and our teams.

Our values guide everything we do:

Diversity | Integrity | Fun | Commitment | Connection

Important Information

Please note: Aurem Care is not a sponsoring organisation – applicants must have the right to work in the UK.

If you’re looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now!

Aaron House care home, in Penicuik, Edinburgh, is a grand, converted mansion house, located in beautiful, spacious grounds, in a quiet rural area of Edinburgh. The home is supported by a friendly and committed team, fully trained in providing care for older people who require residential, nursing, or who are living with dementia. With elegant period features, separate dining and living rooms, and the opportunity to dress your bedroom yourself, and enjoy daily social activities and events, Aaron House is a wonderful place to call home. There are three suites within Aaron House, Beeslack Suite with 24 rooms, Errington Suite with 25 rooms and Cowan Suite with 16 rooms.

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