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Catering Assistant
Location: Burleigh Hill House, Carrickfergus
Hourly Rate: £12.71
Job Type
30 hours per week 3 x 10 hour shifts
Shifts
7.30am-6pm - 10 hour shift
Benefits
- Enhanced Bank Holiday Rate
- Access to Employee Mental Health Support Line
- Paid training and induction
- Free on-site parking
- Free Uniform
- Company Pension
Closing Date
Friday 23rd October 2026
Overview
We are looking for a Catering Assistant on join our team at Burleigh Hill House.
The contract is for 30 hours per week, working over 3 days. The shifts are 10 hours long and the shift times are: 7.30am – 6pm, between Monday – Sunday.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Maintain high standards of efficiency and cleanliness expected within all areas of the kitchen.
- Ensure that all areas of the kitchen are cleaned using an organised schedule of work as organised by the Cook / Assistant Cook.
- Adhere to safe Handling of Food Regulations.
- Assist the Cook /Assistant Cook in the preparation, cooking and serving of food to the Residents / Patients.
- Ensure the Residents’/Patients’ confidentiality is maintained at all times.
- Ensure the Residents’/Patients’ privacy, dignity and choice is respected,
- Report all breakages to Cook / Assistant Cook and dispose of all breakages carefully and appropriately
- Report all faulty equipment/repairs/replacements in the Maintenance book. Report all accidents, incidents and near misses to the Cook / Assistant or Nurse in charge.
- Attend staff meetings as organised by the Home Manager.
- Adhere to Safe Food Handling regulations.
- For preparation and serving of food to patient under direction of Cook / Assistant Cook.
- Attend all required staff training as organised by the Home Manager.
Health and Safety
- Be aware of the Home’s Health and Safety Policy and ensure compliance with same.
- Take appropriate precautions in relation to cross infection
- Wear appropriate personal, protective equipment/clothing if required as per COSHH guidelines.
- Ensure safety signs are displayed when necessary e.g. wet floor.
- Maintain all equipment in good, clean, working order. If any faults occur in the equipment do not use and report to Cook / Assistant Cook.
- Adhere to Home’s Fire Safety Policy at all times.
- Adhere to Home’s Policy on COSHH.
- Adhere to Home Policy on Moving and Handling
- Any other duties deemed reasonable by the Cook in charge.
Essential Criteria
- Experience of working independently and as part of a team.
Desirable Criteria
- Experience working within a hospital or Nursing Home environment.
- Basic Food Hygiene certificate.
- Minimum of 1 years kitchen experience to include basic food preparation, temperature control.
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
The Company operates a No Smoking policy.
A satisfactory enhanced AccessNI check will be required for this post. The Optimum Care Group of companies, as per the Access NI Code of Practice, has a policy on the secure handling, use, storage and retention of disclosure information. Copies of these documents along with the Access NI Code of Practice are available upon request by contacting the HR Department. If successful please be aware that we have a policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders. Our Policy states that any existence of a criminal conviction will not necessarily lead to the withdrawal of a job offer, but the failure to fully and accurately disclose all criminal convictions will lead to the withdrawal of the offer.
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Catering Assistant – 30 hours in Carrickfergus employer: Optimum Care Group
Optimum Care is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With comprehensive training, a generous benefits package including a £500 joining bonus, and opportunities for career progression, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of vulnerable individuals in the Ards & Comber area. Join a team that values your contributions and fosters a positive environment for both personal and professional development.
