Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding role in a supportive environment? We are seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join our team at Augusta Court Chichester.
About the Role:
As a Catering Assistant, you will play a vital role in ensuring our residents receive nutritious, high-quality meals. You will support the kitchen team in food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and adhering to health and safety standards.
Your Responsibilities:
1. Assisting in meal preparation and service
2. Keeping the kitchen clean and hygienic at all times
3. Following food safety regulations and procedures
4. Working closely with chefs and carers to meet residents’ dietary needs
5. Stock checking and replenishing supplies
About You:
6. Experience in a kitchen or catering environment (preferred but not essential)
7. A positive attitude and team player mentality
8. Understanding of food hygiene practices
9. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting
Please note all applicants must already hold the legal right to work in the UK
Augusta Court in Chichester is home to well trained and helpful staff with rooms for up to 46 residents. At Anchor, we pride ourselves in providing 24-hour care and specialised services for elderly people, the beauty of our grounds, the quality of our catering and our engaging activities we deliver.
10. Excellent training to develop staff into their next role with the company to further their career pathway
11. CQC rating ‘Good’ throughout and Intergenerational project working with our neighbouring nursery to enhance our customers lives
12. Flexible working contracts- We understand the importance of helping you to maintain your work and home life balance
Anchor – a great place to work
Anchor is England’s largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.
We’re not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.
A rewarding environment
From health and happiness to finance and your career, we’ll give you all the support you need.
Health & happiness
13. Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts
14. Mental health support
15. Flexible working options
Finance
16. Pension plan – contribute between 4% and 8% and we’ll match it or better
17. Quick and easy pension transfer service
18. Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance
19. Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more
Career
20. Ongoing personal and professional development programme
21. Leadership Pathways online learning resources
22. Career progression and promotion opportunities