Catering Assistant (Bank)

Anchor Hanover; Molesey; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit care provider in Molesey is seeking a dedicated catering professional to deliver high-quality services while ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 2 food safety certificate and have prior catering experience, particularly with older adults. The role offers opportunities for career progression and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Gym and fitness discounts

Mental health support

Flexible working options

Pension plan with matching contributions

Career development programs

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience with knowledge of food safety and safe use of knives.
• Experience working with older people.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures including COSHH.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a quality catering service in line with health, safety and hygiene requirements.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and health & safety procedures.
• Minimise food waste and use equipment correctly.
• Escalate concerns and issues as necessary.

Skills

Time management

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Level 2 food safety certificate

Job description

Reporting

Reporting into the Chef Manager, responsibilities will include :

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

Required knowledge & experience

• Level 2 food safety certificate.
• 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 of working with older people.

Required skills

• Ability to organise time and prioritise activities.
• Able to work in a pressured environment.
• Flexible and able to work as part of a team and individually.

Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK.

Anchor – a great place to work

Anchor is England’s largest not‑for‑profit provider of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.

Our staff, management and family atmosphere keep Thameside welcoming, and we provide high‑quality catering and engaging activities for residents.

Health & happiness

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

Finance

• Pension plan – contribute between 4% and 8% and we’ll match it or better
• Quick and easy pension transfer service
• Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance
• Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more

Career

• Ongoing personal and professional development programme
• Leadership Pathways online learning resources
• Career progression and promotion opportunities

Benefits

• Rated GOOD by CQC in October 2018
• Easy access from Hampton Court station either by public transport or a 20 minute walk. Parking also available on site.
• Thameside has a great family atmosphere with friendly staff and approachable management.