Catering Assistant

Anchor Hanover Group; Sefton; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Hanover Group is seeking a passionate Catering Assistant for Thomas Henshaw Court in Southport. The role involves preparing nutritious meals and ensuring food safety standards in a caring environment. Applicants should have a Level 2 Food Safety Certificate and experience in catering, preferably within a care setting. This position offers the chance to make a difference in the lives of older residents in a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Supportive, inclusive team culture

Opportunities for development and progression

Chance to make a genuine difference

Qualifications

• Experience using kitchen tools and handling food safely.
• Previous catering experience ideally in a care or community setting.
• Experience working with older people is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support meal preparation and food presentation to high standards.
• Serve meals and interact warmly with residents.
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and hygiene standards.

Skills

Knowledge of kitchen safety and COSHH

Friendly attitude

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Tools

Kitchen tools

Job description

Catering Assistant – Anchor
Thomas Henshaw Court, Southport
30 Hours per week (8:00am - 6:30pm)
£12.60 per hour | Permanent role
2-week rolling rota with alternate weekends off

Do you have a passion for great food and a heart for helping others? Join our friendly team at Thomas Henshaw Court in Southport as a Catering Assistant, where every meal you help prepare brings comfort, care, and a sense of home to our residents.

About Thomas Henshaw Court

Thomas Henshaw Court is a welcoming and well-established residential care home, offering high-quality support for older people, including those with dementia. Set in the beautiful coastal town of Southport, the home features comfortable living spaces, lovely gardens, and a warm community atmosphere where residents feel truly cared for.

About the Role

Reporting to the Chef Manager, you’ll help deliver a high-standard catering service that meets health, safety, and hygiene regulations. Your role is key to ensuring our residents enjoy nutritious meals in a friendly and supportive environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support meal preparation and food presentation to high standards
• Serve meals and interact warmly with residents to enhance their dining experience
• Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and hygiene standards (incl. COSHH)
• Minimise food waste and use kitchen equipment safely
• Maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen environment
• Report any issues or concerns promptly

What You’ll Need:

• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
• Knowledge of kitchen safety and COSHH
• Experience using kitchen tools and handling food safely
• Previous catering experience – ideally in a care or community setting
• A friendly, flexible attitude and the ability to work as part of a team or independently
• Experience working with older people is a plus

Why Anchor?

As England’s largest not-for-profit provider of housing and care for older people, we offer:

• A supportive, inclusive team culture
• Real opportunities for development and progression
• The chance to make a genuine difference, every day

Please note: All applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.