Catering Assistant
Salary: £9,543 per annum/£22,368 per annum pro rata
Hours: 16 hours per week
Wednesday 2pm-6pm, Thursday 12pm-6pm and Friday 12pm-6pm
(weekend hours and weekday flexibility is required)
Location: ellenor, Coldharbour Road, DA11 7HQ
ellenor is a charity and a specialist palliative care provider for adults and children in Dartford, Gravesham and Swanley, and for children across the London Borough of Bexley. The Organisation has In-patient, Community, Wellbeing and therapeutic services at Northfleet.
We are looking for an exprienced Catering Assistant to join the hospice. You will be part of a skilled catering team, operating 365 days per year delivering high quality service to our patients, staff and visitors.
You must have experience in food preparation, cooking and cleaning. The role will require you to help prepare meals and snacks for our in-house café, with the opportunity to help develop new menu options to accommodate the requirements of the diverse community we serve.
We offer professional development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, including a pension scheme (with the option for NHS Pension Scheme members to transfer their pension), an employee assistance program, discount schemes, a generous annual leave allowance, and much more.
Essential requirements:
• Proven experience in cooking or working in a kitchen environment.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Good organisation and planning skills with the ability to manage and prioritise workload.
This post is subject to Standard DBS clearance.
Closing Date: 14 January 2025
At ellenor, we are committed to acknowledging and celebrating our differences, fostering an inclusive environment for all. Join us in building an outstanding and diverse team dedicated to supporting our patients and their families during one of life's most challenging times.
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