Catering Assistant in Harrogate

Be everyone's champion this Summer by scoring a new role with HICA!

We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our dedicated team at Hampden House in Harrogate - If you're passionate about food, enjoy working with people and want to make a real difference to peoples lives day to day - we would love to hear from you!

The company is unable to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Pay & Hours

• £13.70 per hour
• 30 Hours a week
• Shift pattern - working to a rota to be discussed at interview - some weekend work available.

The Role

• You will prepare and serve food and drinks to our Service Users.
• Ensure the cleanliness of the kitchen area is up to the highest standard.
• Be aware of specific needs and preferences from our Service Users.
• Keeping cleaning products safely stored as well as ordering cleaning products for the kitchen.
• Using a person‑centred approach towards our Service Users during meal times.

About you

• Working towards or holds a relevant NVQ Basic Food Hygiene qualification.
• Previous experience of working in a Kitchen environment.
• Excellent knowledge of individual dietary needs.
• A good understanding of those with challenging behaviours.
• Good communication and organisational skills.

Benefits

• Stream – Access up to 50% of your earned wages instantly
• Enjoy paid training provided by HICA's own in-house training academy.
• Car & Cycle Schemes – Spread MOT/repair costs & save up to £1,000 with Halfords
• Instant Recognition – Win vouchers for going above and beyond
• Career Growth – Funded qualifications & clear progression
• Monthly Lottery – Big cash prizes
• Exclusive Discounts – Retail, supermarkets, holidays & more
• Fitness Perks – Gym discounts & free workouts
• Smart Savings & Loans – Affordable finance options
• Health Plans – Discounted hospital & death benefit cover
• Free Parking – Hassle-free parking at work

About us

Hampden House is a 66‑bed purpose‑built nursing home located within the prestigious Duchy Estate. The home provides the highest level of facilities and services from personal and nursing care, short‑stays and end‑of‑life care.

We have recently opened a new “memory suite” for those who require extra care due to a dementia diagnosis, while the rest of the home offers a more hotel‑like atmosphere, allowing residents with full capacity the freedom to come and go as they wish. Residents in the main part of the home benefit from a touch of additional care provided by our friendly, dedicated team, ensuring their day‑to‑day life remains relaxed and enjoyable.

The home consists of a spacious and stylish communal area complete with a large TV and a bar, along with an elegant dining area. These areas are complimented by a vast number of windows which make the space very open and light. These areas wrap around a courtyard lushly adorned with foliage and is a lovely suntrap. In fact, the staff often put out tables and chairs in the summertime, so their residents have the option to eat al‑fresco or simply enjoy the sunshine.

Hampden House is also currently undergoing some transformational renovations to provide a more extravagant yet homely, cosy atmosphere.

HICA is proud to be a Veterans Friendly Framework (VFF) accredited organisation and is committed to the Armed Forces Covenant and its values. We will continue to develop recruitment pathways that attract and support members of the Armed Forces community, and we actively encourage applications from those who have served in the Armed Forces, as well as partners of veterans.

The HICA Group are a ‘Not for Profit’ organisation providing a range of care services to older people and people with learning difficulties both within residential and nursing homes and within the community.

Please note that successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.