Catering Assistant

LLOYD'S REGISTER INTERNATIONAL; Brandon; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave pro rata

Occupational sick pay

Contributory pension

Health and wellbeing support

Free meals (dependent on shift)

Exclusive retail discounts

Job summary

Sanctuary Care Limited is seeking a Catering Assistant for Rushyfields in Brandon—Brandon Lane, Durham. The role focuses on supporting the catering team with basic prep and meal service for residents, upholding high hygiene standards, and keeping dining areas clean and welcoming.

You will work 28.5 hours with no late nights or split shifts, ideal for a caring individual committed to resident well-being and teamwork in a supportive care environment.

Qualifications

• Caring and enthusiastic approach to care for residents.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with colleagues.
• Understanding of safe food handling and hygiene practices.
• Previous catering experience and/or willingness to obtain a food hygiene certificate.
• Clear communication skills and flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the catering team with basic food preparation and meal service.
• Present and serve meals to a high standard for residents.
• Follow food hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, safe and welcoming.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support residents’ daily experience.

Skills

Caring approach

Teamwork

Safe food handling

Catering experience

Clear communication

Flexibility

Education

Food hygiene certificate

Job description

Title: Catering Assistant

Durham, Durham, GB, DH7 8SH

Catering Assistant

Rushyfields,Brandon - Brandon Lane, Durham, DH7 8SH

£12.71 Per Hour

28.5 Hours available– no late nights, no split shifts

Cook up your career in care with a better work-life balance

We believe providing culinary excellence is more than a job – it’s a calling, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a Catering Assistant to our friendly team at Rushyfields in Brandon - Brandon Lane, Durham, DH7 8SH. And with sector leading results showing our colleagues highly recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture that supports you to thrive, grow, and be recognised for the difference you make.

Your role

• Support the catering team with basic food preparation and meal service
• Present and serve meals to a high standard for residents
• Follow food hygiene and safety standards at all times
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, safe and welcoming
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to support residents’ daily experience

Your skills

• A caring, enthusiastic approach with a genuine interest in older people
• Good teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues
• An understanding of safe food handling and cleaning practices
• Previous catering experience and a food hygiene certificate, or willingness to work towards one
• Clear communication skills and a flexible approach

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays),occupationalsick paylinked to length of service, and acontributorypension, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:

• CQCinspection bonus
• Health and wellbeing support– including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
• Company-paid life insurance
• Parental leave arrangementsandannual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded trainingand ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working optionsand aninclusive culturewhere everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Free mealsdependant on shift duration
• Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Before you apply

• We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.
• Internal candidates should apply via their internal careers account.
• We may close this advert early, so please apply as soon as possible.

Inclusion is one of our core values

We’re committed to being a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process in line with our Disability Confident employer status.

We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent illegal working.

Sanctuary Care Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.

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