Catering Assistant

Anchor Hanover Group; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Anchor Hanover Group at Hazel End Bishop's Stortford is seeking a Catering Assistant to help prepare and serve nutritious, well-presented meals for residents.

This role focuses on high standards of health, safety and hygiene, waste reduction and teamwork within a friendly kitchen team. You should have Level 2 Food Safety (or be willing to obtain it) and previous catering experience is desirable.

Hours: 31.5 per 2 weeks on a rolling rota, with every other weekend off.

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.
• Experience working with older people (ideal, but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and service of nutritious, well-presented meals.
• Ensuring 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Work under pressure

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Hours: 31.5 (2 week rolling rota, every other weekend off!)

Looking for a role where you can make a real difference while being part of a supportive, friendly team? At Hazel End Bishop's Stortford, 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.