Catering Assistant for Care Home – Flexible Hours

Sanctuary; Redruth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Pension

Health and wellbeing support

Life insurance

Training

Flexible working

Free meals

Discounts

Job summary

Sanctuary Care welcomes a Catering Assistant to The Green Residential Care Home in Redruth to support nutritious meals for residents in a calm, well-organised kitchen. You’ll join a friendly team, enjoying a better work-life balance with no late shifts or split shifts.

The role offers 27.75 hours per week at £12.71 per hour, and the organisation highlights Investors in People Gold status, non-profit ethos, and a strong training culture across a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• A caring, enthusiastic approach to supporting older residents.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration with kitchen staff.
• Knowledge of safe food handling and hygiene practices.
• Food hygiene certificate or willingness to work towards one.
• Clear, respectful communication and adaptability.

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 attitude

Teamwork

Food safety

Food hygiene certificate

Communication skills

Flexible approach

Job description

Sanctuary Care welcomes a Catering Assistant to The Green Residential Care Home in Redruth to support nutritious meals for residents in a calm, well-organised kitchen. You’ll join a friendly team, enjoying a better work-life balance with no late shifts or split shifts.

The role offers 27.75 hours per week at £12.71 per hour, and the organisation highlights Investors in People Gold status, non-profit ethos, and a strong training culture across a supportive environment.