Catering Assistant
Lostwithiel, Cornwall
30 hour contract
Start Date: 12/03/2026
Do you want a job where your work truly makes a difference in people's lives, even behind the scenes?
We're looking for a Catering Assistant to support our catering supervisor in delivering high-quality meals and a clean, safe kitchen environment for our residents. This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys helping others, and thrives in a busy kitchen setting.
You'll be part of a compassionate, friendly team working to ensure our residents enjoy nutritious, well-presented meals, every single day.
Why Join Us? - Benefits & Perks
£500 refer a friend scheme
Reward and recognition Schemes
Supportive team environment
Uniform, parking, training and DBS provided
Enhancements paid for weekend
Enhancements paid for bank holidays
Job Purpose
To assist the catering supervisor in the preparation and delivery of meals and maintain cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas. This role directly contributes to the wellbeing and happiness of our residents by supporting a balanced, nutritious diet and ensuring the highest standards of hygiene and care.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
* Oversee the day-to-day smooth operation of the kitchen
* Understand and cater to special dietary needs, ensuring presentation and nutritional standards are met
* Support the kitchen team in preparing cooking and plating high-quality meals
* Clean kitchen areas and equipment according to work schedules
* Assist with meal service in the dining areas
* Tidy up and wash dishes, utensils, and surfaces after meals
* Follow Food Hygiene and Health & Safety procedures at all times
* Ensure a safe, hygienic, and welcoming kitchen and food service environment
What We're Looking For:
* Kind, caring, and compassionate in nature
* Enthusiastic and committed to helping others
* Highly motivated with an eye for detail and cleanliness
* Able to communicate well with both colleagues and residents
* A team player with a can-do attitude
Pay Scale
Subject to experience and qualifications)
* £12.50 per hour
* £15.63 per hour on Weekends,
£25.00 per hour on Bank Holidays
A full job description is available upon request.
If you're looking for a rewarding, supportive role with purpose - join our team and help create a place our residents are proud to call home