We are looking for a Catering Assistant to be based in one of our Community Resource Centres at Combe Lea, Midsomer Norton, on a part‑time permanent basis to support the delivery of catering at the adjacent Greenacres Court. The role supports the care of vulnerable older adults, including those with dementia.
The position is part‑time – 18 hours per week – on a set rota that includes working every other weekend and some bank holidays.
About the Role
- Assisting with the transportation and delivery of food from the kitchen.
- Washing and drying catering equipment and crockery.
- Supporting the team with serving food and drink to service users and others, as directed by other team members.
- Cleaning the dining and kitchen space.
- Setting up the dining space.
- Ensuring adequate supplies of clean crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils for each meal service.
- Effectively communicating with care staff, service users and visitors.
- Being a proactive team player who can also work on own initiative and without supervision.
Qualifications
Experience of working in a catering environment and an awareness of health, safety and food hygiene is desirable. Full training will be provided.
EEO and Safeguarding Statements
We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. We are a Disability Confident Employer – find out more at https://shorturl.at/ajrsW.
The Council is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications for job‑share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
Please note that this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check.
Safeguarding Statement: The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with or without barred list checks.
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