Catering Assistant – Anchor
Thomas Henshaw Court, Southport
30 Hours per week (8:00am - 6:30pm)
£12.60 per hour | Permanent role
2-week rolling rota with alternate weekends off
Do you have a passion for great food and a heart for helping others? Join our friendly team at Thomas Henshaw Court in Southport as a Catering Assistant, where every meal you help prepare brings comfort, care, and a sense of home to our residents.
About Thomas Henshaw Court
Thomas Henshaw Court is a welcoming and well-established residential care home, offering high-quality support for older people, including those with dementia. Set in the beautiful coastal town of Southport, the home features comfortable living spaces, lovely gardens, and a warm community atmosphere where residents feel truly cared for.
About the Role
Reporting to the Chef Manager, you’ll help deliver a high-standard catering service that meets health, safety, and hygiene regulations. Your role is key to ensuring our residents enjoy nutritious meals in a friendly and supportive environment.
Responsibilities:
* Support meal preparation and food presentation to high standards
* Serve meals and interact warmly with residents to enhance their dining experience
* Ensure compliance with food safety, health, and hygiene standards (incl. COSHH)
* Minimise food waste and use kitchen equipment safely
* Maintain a clean, hygienic kitchen environment
* Report any issues or concerns promptly
What You’ll Need:
* Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
* Knowledge of kitchen safety and COSHH
* Experience using kitchen tools and handling food safely
* Previous catering experience – ideally in a care or community setting
* A friendly, flexible attitude and the ability to work as part of a team or independently
* Experience working with older people is a plus
Why Anchor?
As England’s largest not-for-profit provider of housing and care for older people, we offer:
* A supportive, inclusive team culture
* Real opportunities for development and progression
* The chance to make a genuine difference, every day
Please note: All applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK.
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