Compassionate Part-Time Catering Assistant | Flexible Hours

Quantum Care; Royston; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekend pay

Free DBS check and uniform

In-house training

Job summary

Quantum Care is seeking a caring Catering Assistant for Melwood Grange Care Home in Royston. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals, support residents during dining, and maintain high hygiene and safety standards in a warm, welcoming environment.

The role offers part-time hours (10–20 per week), flexible shifts, and enhanced weekend pay. Full training is provided, and DBS checks and uniforms are supplied where required.

Qualifications

• Team-focused attitude with good communication skills.
• Experience in food preparation and service preferred; full training provided.
• Familiarity with hygiene standards.
• Reliability and good customer service skills.
• Positive, caring and compassionate attitude.
• Ability to follow chefs' instructions.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and serving of meals.
• Assisting residents with dining needs.
• Follow high standards of food hygiene and health & safety.
• Support the kitchen team with cleaning and washing duties.
• Support with stock and storage.
• Follow any other task requirements from the Chefs.

Skills

Teamwork/communication

Food preparation

Hygiene standards

Reliability

Customer service

Following chefs' instructions

Job description

Quantum Care is seeking a caring Catering Assistant for Melwood Grange Care Home in Royston. You will help prepare and serve nutritious meals, support residents during dining, and maintain high hygiene and safety standards in a warm, welcoming environment.

The role offers part-time hours (10–20 per week), flexible shifts, and enhanced weekend pay. Full training is provided, and DBS checks and uniforms are supplied where required.