Catering Assistant

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Catering Assistant, where your role is vital in enriching the lives of residents through excellent food service. This position offers a supportive, team-oriented environment with extensive training and career development opportunities. Enjoy benefits like generous leave, complimentary meals, and a commitment to your wellbeing. If you have a caring nature and a passion for teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Occupational sick pay

Confidential 24/7 employee advice service

Cycle to Work scheme

Overtime pay

Discounts through our e-hub

Contributory pension plan

Life assurance

Parental leave schemes

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Complimentary meals during long shifts

Qualifications

• Catering experience and food hygiene certification preferred.
• Good communication skills and flexibility are essential.

Responsibilities

• Food preparation, meal presentation, and serving residents.
• Ensuring compliance with food hygiene standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Catering experience

Food hygiene certification

Understanding of food safety

Good communication skills

Caring nature

Job description

Catering Assistant

Rushyfields Residential and Nursing Home, Brandon Lane, Brandon, Durham, DH7 8SH

£12.21 per hour

19 hours available

Why work for us?

At Sanctuary Care, we believe in enriching the lives of both our residents and staff. We foster a fun, supportive, and team-oriented work environment. We offer extensive training, promotion opportunities, and daily job satisfaction for all roles.

Sanctuary Care operates over 100 care homes, and the team at Rushyfields is special. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team. Become part of our community by applying for this role.

Our Commitment to Our People

We support your wellbeing and financial security through various benefits:

• Occupational sick pay after 12 months (contracted hours, qualifying period applies)
• Confidential 24/7 employee advice service
• Wellbeing resources via employee platforms like Aviva Digicare
• Cycle to Work scheme for greener commuting

Financial benefits include:

• Overtime pay
• Support for loans and mortgage advice
• Discounts through our e-hub
• Contributory pension plan
• Life assurance
• Parental leave schemes

Role Details

Benefits include 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata), complimentary meals during long shifts, training and career development opportunities, inclusive staff networks, loyalty recognition, and potential bonuses.

About the Role

As a Catering Assistant, your main duties will involve food preparation, meal presentation, and serving residents, all in compliance with food hygiene standards. Your role is vital in providing excellent food and service to our residents.

Skills and Qualities Needed

• Teamwork and a positive attitude
• Catering experience and food hygiene certification preferred
• Understanding of food safety and cleaning practices
• Caring, enthusiastic, and energetic nature
• Good communication skills and flexibility
• Genuine respect and care for older people

Support and training will be provided. We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and are committed to inclusivity, including adjustments for applicants with disabilities.