Catering Assistant - Glastonbury Care Home

Are you looking for an opportunity to become part of something more and make a real difference? There has never been a better time to start your career as a catering assistant with Brunelcare.

About the role:

• You will be responsible for assisting the chef in preparation of meals and general kitchen duties e.g. washing up, food preparation, cleaning

• Ensuring high standards of cleanliness are achieved in the kitchen at all times

• You may be required to attend training sessions and annual refresher courses to keep you informed on the latest guidelines.

About you:

Whether you’ve worked in catering before or you’re looking to change your career, this is an opportunity to become part of something more and make a real difference. You will need to be a caring person who is keen to undergo training and further development. Working as a team is a big part of this role so good communication and teamwork skills are essential.

Job benefits

• Competitive rates of pay - £1 per hour enhancement on weekends and double time on bank holidays

• Equivalent to 30 days paid annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing to the equivalent of 33 after 5 years’ service (pro-rata)

• Free enhanced DBS Check & uniform provided

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Company Sick Pay

• Care First Employee Assistance Programme (provides a range of free confidential services)

• £200 refer a friend bonus

About Us:

Brunelcare is an award-winning Bristol-based charity providing high-quality housing, care, and support for older people in the South West, whilst also being recognised for our expertise and excellence in caring for people living with dementia. We are at the forefront of developing ways for people to stay as independent as possible whilst creating great communities to live, work, and thrive in.

COVID Vaccinations:

Due to our work with vulnerable adults, and the provision of hands-on care, it is vital that we reduce any risks related to COVID-19. Therefore, we request that all applicants have been fully vaccinated before commencing employment. Being fully vaccinated is a condition of employment with Brunelcare.

Please be aware this advert may close early if sufficient applications are received, so please apply at your earliest convenience.

Please Note: If you are invited to attend an interview you will be asked to bring documents to allow us to undertake a DBS check and to confirm your right to work status. The documents required will be communicated to you by the hiring manager when booking your interview. Any copies of documents taken will be destroyed in line with our document retention and GDPR guidelines.