Compassionate Dining Assistant | Flexible Hours & Training

Nellsar Care Group; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and paid training

Enhanced DBS paid for by the company

Flexible hours

Refer a Friend up to £1000

Company uniforms

Apprenticeships for progression

Supportive team

24-hour confidential employee support

Job summary

Nellsar Care Group is seeking a Dining Assistant for Loose Valley Care Home in Maidstone. You will help with meals for residents and ensure a warm, comfortable dining experience, while supporting their wellbeing and dignity.

With 24 hours per week and weekend work, you will join an exceptionally supportive team. The role includes on-going training, DBS paid for by the company, and progression opportunities within the group.

Qualifications

• Assisting with meals and catering duties
• Liaising with care staff, residents and visitors
• Maintaining high standards of food safety and hygiene

Responsibilities

• Under Catering Team direction, assist with meals for residents
• Assist in preparation and serving of meals in a timely manner
• Liaise with care staff, residents and visitors in a polite, person-centred way
• Maintain high standard of food preparation and comply with Food Safety Act 1990
• Prepare refreshments trolley and keep hydration station stocked
• Prepare tea trolley and support residents during tea rounds

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Resident care

Job description

Nellsar Care Group is seeking a Dining Assistant for Loose Valley Care Home in Maidstone. You will help with meals for residents and ensure a warm, comfortable dining experience, while supporting their wellbeing and dignity.

With 24 hours per week and weekend work, you will join an exceptionally supportive team. The role includes on-going training, DBS paid for by the company, and progression opportunities within the group.