Care Home Catering Assistant - Nourish & Delight Residents

Exemplar Health Care; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supervision and support

Early wages access

Discounts

Free DBS check

Counselling 24/7

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Exemplar Health Care is seeking a Catering Assistant at Longley Park View in Sheffield. The role supports the Chef with preparing and cooking meals for residents, setting dining tables and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. You will help ensure each meal is a positive dining experience and contribute to daily routines in a caring environment.

No prior care sector experience is required; full induction, buddy system, and ongoing training are provided to help you settle in and grow within the role.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering is beneficial but not essential.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with a care team.
• Understanding of food hygiene standards and safe handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation.
• Keep the kitchen clean and tidy, including washing up and mopping floors.
• Clean and sanitise all tableware.
• Help Chef develop suitable menus by understanding residents' needs and preferences.
• Interact with residents to gather feedback on meals.
• Comply with food hygiene standards.
• Be a strong team player within the Catering Team.

Skills

Food hygiene

Teamwork

Communication skills

Food preparation basics

Job description

Exemplar Health Care is seeking a Catering Assistant at Longley Park View in Sheffield. The role supports the Chef with preparing and cooking meals for residents, setting dining tables and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. You will help ensure each meal is a positive dining experience and contribute to daily routines in a caring environment.

No prior care sector experience is required; full induction, buddy system, and ongoing training are provided to help you settle in and grow within the role.