Catering Assistant - Flexible Part-Time Meals & Care

Leonard Cheshire; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Pay advance up to 40%

Blue Light Card discounts

Contributory pension & life cover

Health cash plan

Food hygiene qualifications support

Free DBS check

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Leonard Cheshire is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant at Athol House in Crystal Palace to help prepare and serve meals with a focus on safety and high hygiene standards. The role offers flexibility across weekdays and alternate weekends, with overtime available.

You will support the kitchen and dining areas, adhering to HACCP/COSHH, and work closely with care teams to tailor menus while following individual dietary needs.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to work towards this).
• Previous kitchen or catering experience is advantageous.
• Ability to work flexibly within rostered hours.
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Understanding of safe food handling and hygiene practices.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Genuine commitment to the values and ethos of Leonard Cheshire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and cooking of meals in line with menus and dietary needs.
• Serve food and beverages to customers, ensuring a safe and enjoyable mealtime.
• Support the maintenance of high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas, following HACCP and COSHH regulations.
• Work closely with care teams and customers to provide suitable menus.
• Follow individual customer risk assessments, supporting specific needs such as dysphagia or mobility.
• Use kitchen equipment safely and report any faults or supply needs.
• Participate in training, supervision, and team meetings as required.
• Carry out additional reasonable duties as requested by your line manager.

Skills

Food hygiene

Kitchen experience

Flexibility

Literacy & numeracy

Food safety & hygiene

Communication & teamwork

Commitment to Leonard Cheshire values

Job description

Leonard Cheshire is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant at Athol House in Crystal Palace to help prepare and serve meals with a focus on safety and high hygiene standards. The role offers flexibility across weekdays and alternate weekends, with overtime available.

You will support the kitchen and dining areas, adhering to HACCP/COSHH, and work closely with care teams to tailor menus while following individual dietary needs.