Catering Assistant

Sanctuary Group; Derby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join their Retirement Communities Service. This role focuses on preparing meals, ensuring hygiene standards, and providing exceptional service to residents. You will be part of a supportive team committed to enhancing the lives of individuals in a caring environment. With a strong emphasis on personal development and community values, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference. Join a not-for-profit organization that prioritizes inclusivity and employee well-being, and enjoy a range of benefits that truly recognize your contributions.

Benefits

25 days paid holiday

Pension scheme

Online discounts and rewards

Health and well-being plans

Life assurance

Flexible working arrangements

Cycle to Work scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in catering and customer service is desirable.
• Willingness to work towards a Level 2 diploma in catering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and drinks while maintaining hygiene standards.
• Ensure cleanliness of kitchen and communal areas.
• Report potential faults and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Catering duties

Customer service skills

Health and safety knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 2 diploma in housekeeping/catering

Job description

Department: Health and Social Care (Catering and Hospitality)

Operation: Sanctuary Supported Living

Closing Date: .

Requisition: 224240

Part Time Catering Assistant

£12.21 per hour

20 hours per week

Sanctuary Supported Living is delighted to be recruiting for a Catering Assistant for our Retirement Communities Service at Greenwich Gardens in Derby.

At Sanctuary Supported Living, we specialise in delivering a wide range of personalised housing, care, and support services to help people across England to live as independently as possible.

We’re a national organisation, but we’re not-for-profit and we think locally by putting our customers at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to being our best and helping customers to be their best, as we support them on their pathways for independence.

The position of Catering Assistant is referred to internally at Sanctuary as General Assistant - Catering.

The role of Catering Assistant will include:

• Helping to prepare meals and drinks, following food hygiene standards
• Working with customers, families, advocates, and staff to ensure a high standard of services
• Undertaking general duties as assigned, such as maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen, communal areas, and customers’ flats
• Identifying and reporting potential faults and hazards on site, to maintain a safe environment
• Maintaining stock levels, restocking as required and ensuring equipment is used in line with guidance notes

Skills and experiences:

• Working knowledge and experience of undertaking general catering duties is desirable
• Some experience of working in a domestic/catering environment
• Level 2 diploma in housekeeping/catering, or willing to work towards
• Good interpersonal and customer service skills
• A general understanding of health and safety in the workplace

Are you ready to be your best?

Brilliant work deserves brilliant benefits! As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary Supported Living a great place to work, here are just some of the ways we’ll reward you:

• At least 25 days paid holiday, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service (plus public holidays) pro rata
• A pension scheme with employer contributions
• A variety of online discounts and rewards from major retailers
• Health and well-being plans
• Life assurance
• Family friendly arrangements, including opportunities for flexible working
• Tax efficient savings through our Cycle to Work scheme
• A wide range of learning and development opportunities

Job Reference: 224240

We are only currently accepting applications from those with the right to work in the UK.

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We might get a lot of applications so reserve the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Don’t miss out, please apply early.

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference. We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission. We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.

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

An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.

Sanctuary Supported Living is a trading name of Sanctuary Housing Association and Sanctuary Home Care Limited, both exempt charities.