Catering Assistant in East Grinstead

Catering Assistant

Brendoncare Stildon, East Grinstead
£12.85 per Hour

Do you enjoy working with food, take pride in maintaining high standards, and want to make a positive difference every day?

We're looking for a Catering Assistant to join our friendly team at Brendoncare Stildon. Working alongside our Chef Manager and Second Chef, you'll help prepare nutritious, appetising meals that meet the dietary needs and preferences of our residents, while ensuring the kitchen remains safe, clean and well organised.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks
• Supporting meal preparation in line with residents' dietary requirements
• Stock rotation and safe food storage
• Maintaining high standards of kitchen cleanliness
• Completing HACCP records accurately
• Ensuring COSHH and food hygiene standards are met and exceeded
• Supporting the wider catering team to deliver an excellent dining experience

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Reliable, organised and able to work well as part of a team
• Passionate about food and maintaining high standards
• Committed to excellent food hygiene and safety practices
• Caring and respectful in their approach to older people

Priority will be given to applicants with experience working in a care home environment or catering for older/vulnerable adults, with an understanding of their dietary and nutritional needs.

Why Join Brendoncare?

✔ £12.85 per hour
✔ Paid breaks and a free meal while on duty
✔ Free parking (subject to availability)
✔ Uniform provided
✔ Minimum 5.6 weeks' holiday, including bank holidays
✔ Enhanced annual leave after five years' service
✔ Comprehensive training and ongoing development opportunities
✔ Free DBS check
✔ Employee Assistance Programme providing 24-hour support for you and your immediate family
✔ Access to Early Pay

About Brendoncare Stildon

Brendoncare Stildon is a welcoming care home in Eastbourne, providing high-quality residential, nursing and dementia care. Our dedicated team is committed to creating a warm and supportive environment where residents can live fulfilling and meaningful lives.

Join Our Team

If you're looking for a rewarding catering role where you can make a genuine difference to residents every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: Applicants must have the legal right to work in the United Kingdom at the time of application. Brendoncare is unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position.

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