Catering Assistant

Anchor Hanover Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 8,000 - 10,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Hanover Group, at Warren Farm Lodge Birmingham, is seeking a Catering Assistant to help prepare and serve nutritious meals and support the catering team in a friendly, resident-focused environment.

The role emphasizes health and safety, COSHH awareness, teamwork, and reliability, with opportunities to grow within a caring, values-driven workplace.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK; role is 16 hours per week, with details on TUPE transfer provided at interview.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH procedures.
• Previous experience in a catering or kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and service of nutritious, well-presented meals.
• Ensure health, safety and hygiene standards are followed to a high level.
• Help minimise waste and use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support the catering team and raise any issues promptly.

Skills

Food safety

Health & Safety

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Hours: 16

Looking for a role where you can make a real difference while being part of a supportive, friendly team? At Warren Farm Lodge Birmingham, we're proud to deliver high-quality meals that make our residents' days brighter - and we're looking for a Catering Assistant who shares our passion for great food and great people.

This is more than just a job in the kitchen. It's a chance to work in a positive environment where your attention to detail, teamwork, and care for others really matter.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assisting with the preparation and service of nutritious, well-presented meals.
• Ensuring all health, safety, and hygiene standards are followed to the highest level.
• Helping minimise waste and using kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Supporting the catering team and communicating any issues promptly.

What You'll Bring

• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (or willingness to obtain one).
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH procedures.
• Previous experience in a catering or kitchen environment.
• Experience working with older people (ideal, but not essential).

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise when things get busy.
• Calm, professional, and able to work well under pressure.
• A true team player who's also confident working independently.
• Reliable, adaptable, and committed to delivering high standards every day.

We believe in creating an environment where you can grow, feel valued, and take pride in what you do.

If that sounds like your kind of workplace, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.

Warrenodge Farm Ldis now in the process of transferring through TUPE to a new care provider. Further information will be provided at interview.