Catering jobs in Broadstairs

Company Overview

Terrance House Care Limited is a dedicated care home providing support for adults with a range of mental health diagnoses. Our mission is to deliver compassionate, person-centered care in a safe and welcoming environment.

Overview

We are seeking a reliable and enthusiastic Catering Assistant/Relief Cook to join our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the well-being of our residents through quality meal preparation and service. The successful candidate will support daily kitchen operations, assist with food preparation, and ensure high standards of food safety and hygiene.

The role of catering assistant will be for 40 hours per week, to include alternate weekends. Between the hours of 08:00 - 18:00.

Responsibilities of this role are as follows :

• Prepare food items under the guidance of the Catering Supervisor
• Support the delivery and serving of food, if required
• Cover shifts as lead cook, as required by the service due to annual leave/sickness
• Understand the specific diets identified as required by service users, and share any dietary concerns with the Catering Supervisor
• Under the supervision of the Catering Supervisor, assist in identifying items to be ordered from specified suppliers to ensure enough levels of supplies for catering operation, using the service’s procedures
• Operate an efficient stock control system
• Ensure equipment supplied is used with care, in accordance with suppliers’ instructions and training
• Ensure all equipment is in good working order and report any faults immediately. If any machine is felt to be dangerous/faulty, withdraw it from service immediately
• Be responsible for understanding health and safety requirements
• Be clean, hygienic and well presented at all times
• Any incidents or accidents to be reported to the Head Chef, and appropriately recorded and actioned
• Be responsible for promoting and protecting the welfare of those individuals supported by the service

Experience

• Previous experience in food preparation or kitchen roles within a care home, restaurant, or similar environment.
• Knowledge of food safety practices and hygiene standards.
• Experience in meal preparation, cooking, and serving in a fast-paced setting.
• Familiarity with culinary techniques and kitchen equipment operation.
• Ability to work as part of a team while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills to manage multiple tasks effectively.

Pay: From £12.80 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Application question(s):

• Are you currently signed up on the DBS Update Service?
• Do you feel confident covering Lead Cook on occasions such as sickness or annual leave?

Experience:

• Kitchen: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person