Catering Assistant in Care Home – Flexible Hours

Sanctuary Group; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing support

Company-paid life insurance

Parental leave arrangements and annual

Company-funded training and ongoing

Flexible working options

Inclusive culture and staff networks

Exclusive retail discounts

Cycle to Work

Salary sacrifice arrangements

28 days’ annual leave pro rata

Job summary

Sanctuary Care is hiring a Catering Assistant at Redhill Court Residential Care Home in Kings Norton, Birmingham. The role focuses on supporting the catering team with food preparation and meal service for residents in a calm, well-organised kitchen and dining area.

You will contribute to high dining standards, follow hygiene practices, and work with colleagues to enhance residents’ daily experiences, with a caring approach and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience and a food hygiene certificate, or willingness to work towards one.
• Excellent communication skills and a flexible approach.

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
• A caring, enthusiastic approach with a genuine interest in older people
• Good teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues
• An understanding of safe food handling and cleaning practices

Job description

Sanctuary Care is hiring a Catering Assistant at Redhill Court Residential Care Home in Kings Norton, Birmingham. The role focuses on supporting the catering team with food preparation and meal service for residents in a calm, well-organised kitchen and dining area.

You will contribute to high dining standards, follow hygiene practices, and work with colleagues to enhance residents’ daily experiences, with a caring approach and strong teamwork.