Catering Assistant
£12.60 an hour, Part time – 20 hours per week l Preston
This role is not open to international sponsorship
About us
Lancashire County Council is dedicated to providing comprehensive in-house catering services to 16 residential care homes and 11-day centres for Older People’s Care Services across Lancashire, serving over 800 meals daily. Our commitment to high-quality care and dietary services is rooted in our core values of promoting dignity, independence, and respect for all residents.
Lady Elsie Finney House is a residential home and day centre for older people located in Ingol, Preston, offering a safe, comfortable, and homely environment for up to 45 residents and 20 clients daily.
About the Role
In this fast-paced and rewarding role, you will be supporting the Unit Catering Supervisor in the preparation of menus, portion control, and the provision of special dietary meals where appropriate for our elderly clients. You will ensure the highest standards of hygiene and Health & Safety are maintained in the kitchen.
Your Skills and Experience (desirable)
1. Experience in working within a kitchen environment.
2. Understanding of specialised diets and basic nutritional needs.
3. Awareness of basic hygiene and Health & Safety requirements.
4. Proficiency in the correct use of kitchen equipment and utensils.
We are looking for somebody who is proactive, can work independently and make decisions under pressure, with excellent organisational and team leadership skills. A commitment to equality, diversity, health, and safety is also crucial.
Why Choose Us:
Great Annual Leave: We offer up to 32 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays, and 2 additional statutory days during the festive season. You can also purchase additional leave.
Financial Benefits: Our generous Local Government Pension Scheme, annual pay reviews and enhanced pay for weekend working.
Training and Development: An excellent induction through our Social Care Academy and ongoing support for your career and professional development.
Health and Wellbeing: A Wellbeing Support Programme for you and your family.
Staff Discounts: You'll get access to dozens of discounts through Vivup, our employee benefits partner. Our scheme covers a car lease scheme, shopping, entertainment, gym memberships, holidays, and more.
We embrace diversity and have a range of support, groups and networks for staff. These include the Forum of Asian Black and Ethnic Employees (FABEE), the Disabled Workers Forum and the LGBTQ+ Employee Network.
For an informal discussion please contact Angela Dawson on 07917836674
The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Further information can be found on the 'Our Recruitment Process' tab.
This position is part-time, please note the salary quoted is full-time equivalent, the salary received will be paid on a pro-rata basis.
We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.