Dining Room Assistant (Bank)

Nazareth; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Nazareth care home in Greater London is seeking a Dining Room Assistant to prepare and clean dining rooms to a high standard for residents. You will set and clear tables, assist during meals, ensure cleanliness, and support residents with meal times.

The role requires good communication, teamwork and the ability to prioritise tasks; DBS/PVG checks are required. A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable or willingness to train.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills and ability to work well in a team and independently.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and maintain flexibility and energy.
• Strong time management and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Set and clear tables and trays as required.
• Clear away dishes and waste after meals.
• Wash dishes as required.
• Provide assistance to residents during meal times.

Skills

Good communication

Teamwork

Time management

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

An opportunity for a Dining Room Assistant role at our care home has become available. The main responsibility of the role is to prepare and clean the Dining Rooms to a high standard for our residents.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To set and clear tables and trays as and when required
• Clear away dishes and waste after meals
• Wash dishes as required
• Provide assistance to residents during meal times

All posts offered are subject to two satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS or PVG disclosure.

About You

As a Dining Room Assistant, you will be able to enhance the dining experience of our residents by encouraging social interaction between residents and providing great customer service. Experience in catering services would be desirable but this is not essential. It is essential you have good communication skills and can work well within a team and individually. The role would suit someone who has the ability to prioritise tasks, has a flexible approach and is energetic and hard working. It is also important that you have good time management and organisational skills.

A Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable, or you will be willing to undertake the relevant training to gain this qualification.

Working for Us

We’ll provide full training, so it’s a great opportunity to learn something new. In return,you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your well-being and throughout your career we will invest in you and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:

• We will pay for your DBS / PVG disclosure certificate
• Induction and commitment to ongoing learning and development
• Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues.
• Access to Blue Light Card -discount service providing members with thousands of amazing discounts online and on the high street
• Aged 18-22 – we pay at least National Living Wage rate