Bank Catering Assistant

Sandstone Care Group; Newtown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A care provider in Newtown is seeking a Bank Catering Assistant to help deliver exceptional meals to residents. Responsibilities include meal preparation, maintaining kitchen hygiene, and supporting stock management. Enthusiasm, reliability, and strong teamwork skills are essential. Previous catering experience and a Food Hygiene Certificate are desirable. The position offers various benefits like free meals, discounts, and flexible pay options.

Benefits

Free uniform

Free Meals

Free DBS

Discounts with retailers

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Flexible pay

Free wellbeing programme

Employee recognition scheme

Pension scheme

In-house training

Career opportunities

Overtime paid for full-time hours

Qualifications

• Desirable: Previous experience in a catering or kitchen assistant role.
• Preferred: Food Hygiene Certificate (training provided if needed).

Responsibilities

• Help ensure the smooth running of the kitchen by assisting in the preparation and serving of meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across all kitchen areas.
• Support stock management and proper food storage.
• Assist during busy meal service times.
• Create a welcoming kitchen environment for staff and residents.
• Complete any required training to support your development.

Skills

Enthusiasm

Reliability

Teamwork

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional daytime care through nutritious, home-cooked meals? Join us at The Oaks Care Home, part of the Sandstone Care Group. Situated in Newtown, Powys, this luxurious 73-bed, purpose-built nursing and residential home opened in January 2020 and offers state-of-the-art facilities including a coffee shop/bistro, hair & nail salon, activities room, landscaped gardens, and advanced care technology. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming and dynamic environment for both residents and staff, and we are looking for enthusiastic, compassionate individuals to join our catering team and contribute to our continued success.

Role

Bank Catering Assistant

Responsibilities

• Help ensure the smooth running of the kitchen by assisting in the preparation and serving of meals tailored to residents’ dietary needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene across all kitchen areas.
• Support stock management and proper food storage.
• Assist during busy meal service times.
• Create a welcoming kitchen environment for staff and residents.
• Complete any required training to support your development.

Qualifications & Attributes

• Enthusiasm, reliability, and a commitment to high standards.
• Desirable: Previous experience in a catering or kitchen assistant role.
• Preferred: Food Hygiene Certificate (training provided if needed).
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• A flexible and proactive approach to work.

Benefits & Additional Information

• Free uniform.
• Free Meals.
• Free DBS.
• Discounts on the high street with retailers like Asda, Costa and Argos.
• Refer-a-Friend – and get a £250 bonus.
• Flexible pay – choose when you are paid, and get money management tips too.
• Free wellbeing programme – helping you look after your physical and mental health.
• Employee recognition scheme – we recognise and reward great work.
• Pension scheme – helping you plan for your retirement.
• In-house training – on-going face-to-face training, tailored to you.
• Career opportunities – the chance to ‘make your mark’ and play a key role.
• Overtime is paid for working over full-time hours; overtime enhancement may not feature on your contract and can be withdrawn at any time as managers’ decision is final.
• Free meals are provided if working over an 8-hour shift and are subject to terms and conditions.
• Discounts are accessed using our 'Reward Me' app.
• Flexible pay is available via 'STREAM'.