catering assistant

TN United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the care sector is seeking a dedicated catering professional to join their team. This role involves delivering high-quality catering services while ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. You will play a crucial part in providing nutritious meals for residents, minimizing waste, and maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment. With a focus on elderly care, this position offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of residents. Join a supportive organization that values diversity and provides opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Gym, fitness, and wellbeing discounts

Mental health support

Flexible working options

Pension plan with employer contributions

Financial advice, loans, and life assurance

Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, and more

Development programmes and career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience with knowledge of food safety.
• Experience working with older people in a care setting.

Responsibilities

• Delivering a quality catering service in line with health and safety requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety and hygiene procedures.

Skills

Time Management

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Delivering a quality catering service in line with health, safety, and hygiene requirements.
• Ensuring compliance with food safety, hygiene, and health & safety procedures.
• Minimising wastage when preparing meals and using equipment correctly.
• Escalating concerns and issues appropriately.

Required Knowledge & Experience:

• Level 2 food safety certificate.
• Knowledge of health & safety procedures, including control of substances harmful to health (COSHH).
• Previous catering experience with knowledge of basic food safety and safe use of knives & kitchen equipment.
• Experience working with older people.

Required Skills:

• Ability to organise time and prioritise activities.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Flexibility and ability to work as part of a team and independently.

Additional Notes:

All applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

About Primrose Court:

Primrose Court in Leeds offers a welcoming environment for up to 33 residents, with well-trained staff and a focus on 24-hour care and specialised services for elderly people. We pride ourselves on our grounds, catering quality, and engaging activities.

About Anchor:

Anchor is England’s largest not-for-profit provider of care and housing for older people, committed to transforming housing and care to provide a home where residents love living in later life. We reinvest all profits into improving care, staff wages, training, and facilities.

Benefits:

Health & Happiness:

• Gym, fitness, and wellbeing discounts
• Mental health support
• Flexible working options

Financial Benefits:

• Pension plan with employer contributions
• Financial advice, loans, and life assurance
• Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, and more
• Development programmes and career progression opportunities

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, supporting various colleague networks and initiatives to promote an inclusive workplace.