Dining Assistant: Compassionate Mealtime Care & Support

Nellsar Care Homes Group; Sittingbourne; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training hours

Enhanced holiday pay

Workplace pension

Refer a Friend to £1000

Enhanced DBS paid for

Induction programme

Apprenticeship qualifications

5.6 weeks annual leave

Supportive team

Personal development opportunities

Confidential support helpline

Nellsar work uniforms

Job summary

Nellsar Care Homes Group is seeking a Dining Assistant at Woodstock Care Home in Sittingbourne. The role involves helping residents at mealtimes to ensure a high-quality dining experience, within a supportive team and 35 hours per week.

Salary is £13 per hour with 7.30am-3pm shifts and every other weekend off where applicable. Includes benefits and paid induction under Nellsar policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in care settings or food service is preferred.
• Good customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meals for residents under the Catering Team.
• Prepare and serve meals in a timely manner.
• Liaise politely with residents, staff and visitors.
• Support food safety requirements as per regulations.
• Maintain refreshments trolley and hydration station.
• Prepare tea trolley and assist residents during tea rounds.

Job description

Nellsar Care Homes Group is seeking a Dining Assistant at Woodstock Care Home in Sittingbourne. The role involves helping residents at mealtimes to ensure a high-quality dining experience, within a supportive team and 35 hours per week.

Salary is £13 per hour with 7.30am-3pm shifts and every other weekend off where applicable. Includes benefits and paid induction under Nellsar policies.