Catering Assistant — Nourishing Meals, Calm Kitchen Team

Sanctuary Group; West Down; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave pro rata

Occupational sick pay

Contributory pension

Health and wellbeing support

Life insurance

Parental leave arrangements

Annual leave purchase scheme

Company-funded training

Flexible working

Exclusive retail discounts

Job summary

Sanctuary Group is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant for Fernihurst Nursing Home in Exmouth to prepare and serve nutritious meals with care, while maintaining a calm, well‑organised kitchen environment.

You’ll join a supportive team offering opportunities for development and flexible working options, with benefits that include generous annual leave, sick pay, pension and ongoing training within a not-for-profit setting.

Qualifications

• A caring, enthusiastic approach with a genuine interest in older people.
• Good teamwork and willingness to support colleagues.
• Understanding of safe food handling and cleaning practices.
• Previous catering experience and a food hygiene certificate, or willingness to work towards one.
• Clear 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.

Skills

Caring approach

Teamwork

Safe food handling

Food hygiene certificate

Communication skills

Flexible approach

Job description

Sanctuary Group is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant for Fernihurst Nursing Home in Exmouth to prepare and serve nutritious meals with care, while maintaining a calm, well‑organised kitchen environment.

You’ll join a supportive team offering opportunities for development and flexible working options, with benefits that include generous annual leave, sick pay, pension and ongoing training within a not-for-profit setting.