Catering Assistant – Care Home Kitchen, Flexible Hours

Sanctuary Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave pro rata

Sick pay linked to length of service

Pension scheme

CQC inspection bonus

Overtime enhancement

Health and wellbeing support

Life insurance

Parental leave

Training and development

Job summary

Sanctuary Care Limited is hiring a Catering Assistant at The Park Residential and Nursing Home in Derby. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents, supporting a calm, well-organised kitchen environment near St Marks Road.

You’ll join a team recognised for care excellence and development opportunities. The role offers flexible work options with a focus on work-life balance and comprehensive employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering and preparing meals for residents.
• Understanding of safe food handling and hygiene practices.
• Willingness to work towards a food hygiene certificate if not already held.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Caring approach

Teamwork

Food handling

Cleanliness

Clear communication

Job description

Sanctuary Care Limited is hiring a Catering Assistant at The Park Residential and Nursing Home in Derby. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents, supporting a calm, well-organised kitchen environment near St Marks Road.

You’ll join a team recognised for care excellence and development opportunities. The role offers flexible work options with a focus on work-life balance and comprehensive employee benefits.