Catering Assistant

Quantum; St Albans; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free DBS check and uniform

Company pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Quantum Care in St Albans is seeking a Catering Assistant to join the care home team. The role is part-time and permanent, with daytime hours from 9am to 5pm on weekdays and some weekends, based at Ermine Close, St Albans.

You will assist with meal preparation, service, and resident dining support, contributing to a warm, dignified dining experience. The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a caring approach, with full training provided.

Qualifications

• A team-focused attitude and good communication skills.
• Experience in food preparation and service preferred, however full training is provided.
• Complexity with hygiene standards.
• Reliability and good customer service skills.
• A positive, caring and compassionate attitude.
• Ability to follow Chefs' instructions.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and serving of meals.
• Assisting residents with dining needs where required.
• Follow high standards of food hygiene and health & safety.
• Support the kitchen team with cleaning and washing duties.
• Supporting with stock and storage.
• Follow any other task requirements from the Chefs.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Food hygiene

Reliability

Customer service

Compassionate care

Job description

Catering Assistant

Company: Quantum Care

Salary: £13.08 to £13.58 an hour

Hours: Part-time

Location: AL3 4LA

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Posting date: 9 Oct 2026

Closing date: 8 Nov 2026

Summary

Catering Assistant

Contract: Part Time - Perm

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

Pay: £13.08 per hour weekdays & £13.58 per hour weekends

Shift Times: 9am to 5pm - Weekday and alternative Weekends

Location: Ermine Close, St Albans, AL3 4LA

Quantum Care is a noâ€'forâ€'profit organisation supporting over 2,000 older people across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire and Essex. Our mission is simple: to help our residents live well, with dignity, comfort and joy. To do that, we need people who care as much as we do and

Make Every Day Matter.

We are seeking a

Catering Assistant

to join our Care Home in

St Albans

. Fosse House is a 81 bed residential care home offering residential, dementia, respite and day care services, with beautifully landscaped gardens, a vibrant activities programme, and a warm, person-centred environment that helps residents live life to the fullest.

As a

Catering Assistant

you will support the preparation and serving of nutritious meals, and help create a welcoming dining experience that promotes residents health, wellbeing and dignity.

What You'll Bring

• A teamâ€'focused attitude and good communication skills
• Experience in food preparation and service preferred, however full training is provided
• Complexity with hygiene standards
• Reliability and good Customer Service skills
• A positive, caring and compassionate attitude
• Ability to follow Chefs

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Preparation and serving of meals
• Assisting residents with dining needs where required
• Follow high standards of food hygiene and health & safety
• Support the kitchen team with cleaning and washing duties
• Supporting with stock and storage
• Follow any other task requirements from the Chefs

Why Join Quantum Care?

We value our teams and invest in their wellbeing, growth and success. In return for your dedication, you'll receive:

• Competitive salary with enhanced pay on weekends and Bank Holidays
• Clear career development pathways and recognition of milestones
• Firstâ€'class inâ€'house training from day one
• Free Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support
• Company pension scheme (after 1 year of service)
• Free DBS check and uniform
• Access to retail discounts and exclusive offers
• A supportive, valuesâ€'driven workplace where your contribution truly matters

Terms and Conditions apply to all benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a wellâ€'established organisation offering rewarding work, a strong sense of purpose and real opportunities for progression. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds who have the right to work in the UK. Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship at this time.

An Overseas Police Check/ Certificate of Good Conduct may be required if you have lived or worked outside the UK for 12 Months or more, spent a significant period overseas, or worked abroad in a position of trust. This will be in addition to a mandatory Enhanced DBS check.