Catering Assistant
Expected hours: 30 per week (5 DAYS OVER 7)
Shift Pattern are:
7.45am - 1.45 PM
1.45PM - 7.45PM
We are looking for a Catering Assistant
As one of Leeds most respected providers of supported living and social care for older people, Westward Cares Residential Homes are built and run to a very high standard and will provide the opportunity for you to grow and develop.
The ethos of Westward Care is to provide excellent individualised care and support from an experienced happy team. If you believe in older people being in control of their lives and maintaining their independence, then we would like to hear from you.
This is an incredibly rewarding position with high levels of job satisfaction. We are looking for are liable, caring, compassionate Catering Assistant/Waiting Staff to join our Catering Team.
Your duties will include keeping the kitchen clean and tidy for the chefs, some basic food preparation and serving food to our residents. We would prefer someone with experience but if you are enthusiastic, hard working and will fit into our great catering team we will be willing to train. If you are dedicated to excellent customer care and a high standard of working we would like to meet you.
About the role
You will be required to attend mandatory training sessions plus any additional training programmes.
This position will prove a great opportunity for someone wanting to embark on a rewarding career and to make a difference to clients at Headingley Hall.
Benefits / Package
Competitive Rates of Pay
Enhanced Rates of Pay for qualifying roles
Auto-enrolment into Company Pension Plan
Disclosure and Barring Services (DBS) – Initial fees paid
Staff Referral Scheme – Recommend A Friend - £500
Company Recognition Awards
Re-imbursement of Flu Vaccination costs
Free Training and Career Development
Free Uniform, including safety shoes.
Discounted Gym Membership – Leeds Active
Free meal on duty
Free on-site car parking
Requirements
Caring, kind & enthusiastic
100% committed to helping improve the quality of life for vulnerable people
Able to follow instructions and procedures
Hold or be willing to undertake a DBS check
To liaise with Health Professionals, Families and other Team Members.
Benefits:
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Free parking
On-site parking
Referral programme
Store discount
Reserve Lists
We use reserve lists for positions where more than one candidate is deemed suitable for a position. Reserve lists are in place for 12 months during which reserve candidates will be offered the same or similar post should one become available during this time.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Hold or be willing to undertake a DBS check
- Hospitality experience
- Team work
Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity
Food Service Skills
Exceptional Customer Service Skills
Cleaning Skills
Westward Care
We are one of Leeds’ most respected health and social care providers, with a proven track record in providing award-winning care and support to older people in Leeds locations including Headingley, Methley, Beeston and Roundhay. Our network of care homes and independent living apartments is small enough to provide quality and individual care, but large enough to provide care services that are right for you, even if your circumstances change.
We passionately believe that happiness is just as important as health and that quality care should always go hand in hand with quality of life, and do all we can to make you and your loved ones feel at ease from day one.
Here at Westward Care, we all share the same ambition – to deliver the very best care and support. It’s our aim to make a real difference, always prioritising health and happiness in everything we do. And with our on-going training and development, we’re always learning new ways of meeting the changing needs of older people.Passionate about making a difference
Quality. We aim high when it comes to our care and our facilities. We settle for nothing short of excellence. Respect. We give all our residents the freedom to live a full and active life, respecting their privacy and dignity, giving them the support they need to control their own lives. Integrity. We take pride in our openness and honesty, keeping the promises we make to our residents and to each other – building confidence and trust. Service. Customer Service defines everything about our approach to care and support. We always go the extra mile for our residents and their families.
Our benefits
Employee development programs
Free parking
Referral bonus
Employee of the Month
Catering Assistant
We are one of Leeds’ most respected health and social care providers, with a proven track record in providing award-winning care and support to older people in Leeds locations including Headingley, Methley, Beeston and Roundhay. Our network of care homes and independent living apartments is small enough to provide quality and individual care, but large enough to provide care services that are right for you, even if your circumstances change.
We passionately believe that happiness is just as important as health and that quality care should always go hand in hand with quality of life, and do all we can to make you and your loved ones feel at ease from day one.