Catering Assistant — Care Home Kitchen & Dining Service

Towell House; Belfast; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A residential care home in Belfast is seeking a Catering Assistant to join their team. The role involves preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a high standard of hygiene. Candidates should have a genuine interest in working in caring environments, along with the ability to work under pressure as part of a team. This position comes with a variety of staff wellbeing benefits and excellent opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Excellent competitive rates of pay

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Health E Hub

Career Opportunities leading to Senior Management

Free Uniform

Qualifications

• Must be resident in the UK with the right to work.
• Up-to-date mandatory training records.
• Previous experience working in a kitchen or catering setting.

Responsibilities

• Secure all cleaning materials when not in use.
• Clean all kitchen and dining room areas.
• Assist in food preparation and cooking.
• Support the service of meals to residents.
• Maintain high standards of hygiene and safety.
• Report accidents or incidents promptly.

Skills

Genuine interest in working in a caring environment

Ability to work well in a team

Calm under pressure

Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Up-to-date mandatory training records

Previous experience working in a kitchen or catering setting

Job description

A residential care home in Belfast is seeking a Catering Assistant to join their team. The role involves preparing meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a high standard of hygiene. Candidates should have a genuine interest in working in caring environments, along with the ability to work under pressure as part of a team. This position comes with a variety of staff wellbeing benefits and excellent opportunities for career progression.