Catering Assistant - Create Mealtimes in Care Home

Exemplar Health Care; Ashton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking a Catering Assistant to support meal preparation and ensure a positive dining experience for residents. The role involves assisting the Cook, maintaining hygiene standards, and working in a team. Ideal candidates should have an interest in food preparation, excellent communication skills, and an understanding of food hygiene. This position offers benefits like career development opportunities and access to support services.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Access to wages before payday

Retail and lifestyle reward discounts

Free DBS check

24/7 counselling and support

Blue Light Card eligibility

Qualifications

• Interest in food and drink preparation.
• Understanding of food hygiene standards.
• High standards of personal hygiene.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation.
• Keep the kitchen clean and tidy.
• Clean and sanitise all tableware.
• Understand people's needs for menu development.
• Interact with residents for meal feedback.
• Comply with food hygiene standards.

Skills

Food preparation

Team player

Understanding of food hygiene

Communication skills

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking a Catering Assistant to support meal preparation and ensure a positive dining experience for residents. The role involves assisting the Cook, maintaining hygiene standards, and working in a team. Ideal candidates should have an interest in food preparation, excellent communication skills, and an understanding of food hygiene. This position offers benefits like career development opportunities and access to support services.