Catering Assistant: Create Nutritious Meals, Caring Team

Anchor Hanover Group; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

XXXXX is seeking a Catering Assistant to join a friendly, supportive team, delivering nutritious meals for residents and maintaining high food safety standards in a busy kitchen.

Ideal applicants hold Level 2 Food Safety or a willingness to obtain it, COSHH knowledge, and previous catering experience; experience with older people is a plus. Reliability, teamwork, and calmness under pressure are valued qualities.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Safety Certificate or willingness to obtain one.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH procedures.
• Previous experience in a catering or kitchen environment.
• Experience working with older people (ideal, but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation and service of nutritious, well-presented meals.
• Ensuring all health, safety, and hygiene standards are followed to the highest level.
• Helping minimise waste and using kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Supporting the catering team and communicating any issues promptly.

Skills

Health & Safety knowledge

COSHH procedures

Catering/kitchen experience

Older people experience (preferred)

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

XXXXX is seeking a Catering Assistant to join a friendly, supportive team, delivering nutritious meals for residents and maintaining high food safety standards in a busy kitchen.

Ideal applicants hold Level 2 Food Safety or a willingness to obtain it, COSHH knowledge, and previous catering experience; experience with older people is a plus. Reliability, teamwork, and calmness under pressure are valued qualities.