Catering Assistant

SANCTUARY CARE LIMITED; Pensby; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CQC inspection bonus

Overtime pay

Health & wellbeing support

Life insurance

Parental leave

Training programs

Flexible working

Free meals

Discounts

Job summary

Ridgewood Court in Wirral, Pensby, Wirral, is recruiting a Catering Assistant to support the preparation and serving of nutritious meals for residents at Ridgewood Court. The role emphasizes a calm, well-organized kitchen environment and a positive dining experience for residents, with no late nights or split shifts.

Sanctuary Care is an Investors in People Platinum accredited not-for-profit employer, offering a comprehensive benefits package, and a strong focus on staff development and

Qualifications

• Safeguarding and pre-employment checks are required.
• DBS checks may be required, including overseas checks where needed.
• Follow food hygiene and safety standards at all times.
• Work collaboratively to support residents’ dining experience.

Responsibilities

• Support the catering team with basic food preparation and meal service.
• Present and serve meals to a high standard for residents.
• Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, safe and welcoming.
• We work closely with colleagues to support residents’ daily experience.

Job description

• 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
• All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks where needed. Information provided during recruitment may be verified as part of these checks.
• 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.

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.

Ridgewood Court, Wirral - Ridgewood Drive, Pensby, CH61 8RA

£12.71 Per Hour, 28 Hours available – no late nights, no split shifts

Cook up your career in care with a better work‑life balance. We’re excited to welcome a Catering Assistant to support the preparation and serving of nutritious, well‑presented meals at Ridgewood Court in Wirral – Ridgewood Drive, Pensby, CH61 8RA, without the long hours or split shifts often found in hospitality. Working as part of a friendly kitchen team, you’ll help create a positive dining experience for residents within a calm, well‑organized environment. We’re proudly Investors in People Platinum accredited and not‑for‑profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there. When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award‑winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension, we offer a comprehensive package designed to support your wellbeing, recognise your contribution, and help you build a rewarding career with Sanctuary:

• CQC inspection bonus
• Overtime Enhancement
• 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 arrangements and annual leave purchase scheme
• Company-funded training and ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
• Flexible working options and an inclusive culture where everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
• Free meals dependant on shift duration
• Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements
• Free uniform
• Refer a Friend scheme, rewarding you for helping great people join Sanctuary