Catering Assistant

Priory Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 10,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in England is seeking a part-time Catering Assistant to support meal preparation and kitchen operations. The role involves working with a dedicated team to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for residents. Candidates should have catering experience, a good understanding of food hygiene, and basic math and reading skills. This position provides opportunities for career growth and development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Refer a friend bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience within a catering environment.
• Understanding of food hygiene practices.
• Ability to assist with meal preparation.

Responsibilities

• Assist catering staff with meal preparation and cooking.
• Take responsibility for parts of the catering operation.
• Amend services to suit site needs.

Skills

Catering experience

Food hygiene knowledge

Basic numeracy and literacy skills

Job description

Catering Assistant

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Elton

Compensation: £9,828 / year

Description

Priory Elton Unit is looking to recruit a Catering Assistant to join the team. This is a part time role for 15 hours a week.

The Elton Unit is located on the outskirts of Bury, Greater Manchester. It is a 28-bedded specialist care home which provides residential and nursing support to adults aged 18 years and older who have a brain injury.

The brain injury service is aimed at those whose disability requires management by a specialist team of practitioners who work together to maintain the person’s wellbeing and quality of life. The Elton Unit offers specialist care for a wide range of complex support needs, including people with a prolonged disorder of consciousness (PDOC).

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you\'ll be doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the service and to support the wellbeing of our residents. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you\'re assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Assists catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company’s Assured Safe Catering policies and procedures
• Under direction, takes responsibility for parts of the catering operation
• Amends the services to suit the needs of the site

What you\'ll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

You will have experience within a catering environment and an appreciation for food hygiene and basic numeracy and literacy skills.

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.