Catering Assistant — Food-Safe, Team-Driven Kitchen

Anchor Hanover Group; Wirral; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Anchor Hanover Group in Wirral is seeking a Catering Assistant to help prepare and serve nutritious, well-presented meals for residents. Join a supportive, friendly team where attention to detail, teamwork and care for others matter.

This role emphasises health and safety, waste minimisation, and working with older people. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and a positive, can-do attitude.

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

• Assist with the preparation and service of nutritious, well-presented meals.
• Ensure all health, safety, and hygiene standards are followed to the highest level.
• Help minimise waste and use kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Support the catering team and communicate any issues promptly.

Skills

Health & Safety knowledge

COSHH procedures

Catering/kitchen experience

Older people experience (optional)

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Certificate

Job description

Anchor Hanover Group in Wirral is seeking a Catering Assistant to help prepare and serve nutritious, well-presented meals for residents. Join a supportive, friendly team where attention to detail, teamwork and care for others matter.

This role emphasises health and safety, waste minimisation, and working with older people. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK and a positive, can-do attitude.