General Assistant

Elior Group; Oakham; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Flexible working hours

Holiday entitlement: 28 days + 3

Volunteer days

Career development

Wellbeing support

Pension

Life assurance

Exclusive discounts

Job summary

Elior Group at Saxon Gardens is seeking a General Assistant to support day-to-day site operations, help maintain a clean, safe workplace, and assist with various tasks across the site. You'll work five days out of seven for 25 hours per week, earn the stated salary, and contribute to a welcoming community for the over-55 group, with meal benefits and career development opportunities.

Join a people-first team focused on service, wellbeing, and inclusion, where every task supports delivering great

Qualifications

• Flexibility to handle a variety of tasks and shifts.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices.
• Positive attitude and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general cleaning, maintenance, and tidying of the work environment
• Support team members with various duties as required
• Help with the receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies and equipment
• Operate basic machinery or tools safely under supervision
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace
• Follow health and safety guidelines and company policies
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients or visitors

Skills

Flexibility

Good communication

Teamwork

Follow instructions

Health and safety awareness

Reliability

Job description

Caterplus – More Than a Meal, It’s a Community

At Saxon Gardens, within Caterplus, we don’t just serve food - we create warm, welcoming spaces where the over-55 community can connect, share, and enjoy great company over delicious meals. Every dish is made with care, fresh ingredients, and a big helping of heart.

What you’ll be doing…

As a General Assistant, you will provide support across various operational tasks to help ensure smooth daily running of the site or department.

• Assist with general cleaning, maintenance, and tidying of the work environment
• Support team members with various duties as required
• Help with the receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies and equipment
• Operate basic machinery or tools safely under supervision
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised workspace
• Follow health and safety guidelines and company policies
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with clients or visitors

Working pattern: 5 Days Out Of 7 | 25 Hours Per Week

Salary: £16,501.10 (£12.71 per hour)

Job ID: 7435

What can you bring?

• Flexibility and willingness to undertake a variety of tasks
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently
• Basic knowledge of health and safety practices
• Positive attitude and reliability

Brilliant Work Deserves Brilliant Perks!

• Free, tasty meals - Enjoy tasty, nutritious food on us while you work!
• Flexible working - including part time roles, because life doesn’t run on a 9-5 schedule.
• Plenty of Time to Unwind - 28 days of holiday, and after two years, enjoy even more with 31 days.
• Leave for life’s important moments - whether family, personal or unexpected.
• Give back time - paid volunteering days for the causes you care about.
• Room to grow - career development and learning opportunities for all stages of your career.
• Wellbeing first - mental health support and wellbeing perks.
• Financial security - pension schemes and life assurance.
• Exclusive discounts - save on entertainment, leisure, and even travel!

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We’re a people-first business with over 10,000 colleagues across the UK, serving everything from stadiums to hospitals, schools to workplaces. Our mission? To enrich lives everywhere, every day.

And here’s the best part - 87% of our team say they’re proud to work here! Why? Because we create a place where you’re listened to, trusted, supported, and valued.

We Celebrate You!

At Elior, diversity and inclusion aren’t just policies, they’re who we are. We know that different perspectives make us stronger, and we’re dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered to succeed.

Need any support or adjustments during the application process? Just let us know - we’re happy to help!