Catering Assistant – Nourish Residents, Flexible Hours

Sanctuary Group; Liskeard; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days leave pro rata

Pension scheme

Health & wellbeing support

Life insurance

Training & career development

Flexible working

Employee discounts

Uniform provided

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Job summary

Sanctuary Care in Pengover Residential and Nursing Home, Liskeard, is hiring a Catering Assistant to prepare and serve nutritious meals in a calm, well-organised kitchen. You will join a friendly team dedicated to residents' dining experiences, with supported career development and a strong commitment to quality and safety.

The role focuses on basic food prep, meal service, and adhering to hygiene standards, with a view to enhancing residents' daily life in a not-for-profit setting.

Qualifications

• Basic food preparation and meal service
• Good teamwork and communication
• Willingness to pursue food hygiene training if needed

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
• Clear communication skills and a flexible approach

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Flexibility

Caring for residents

Education

Food hygiene certificate

Job description

Sanctuary Care in Pengover Residential and Nursing Home, Liskeard, is hiring a Catering Assistant to prepare and serve nutritious meals in a calm, well-organised kitchen. You will join a friendly team dedicated to residents' dining experiences, with supported career development and a strong commitment to quality and safety.

The role focuses on basic food prep, meal service, and adhering to hygiene standards, with a view to enhancing residents' daily life in a not-for-profit setting.