General Assistant Catering and Hospitality - Thornfield Care Home Contract: Part Time Salary: £11.44 Per Hour Shift Type: Dayshift Contracted hours: 24 Thornfield Care Home is situated on the outskirts of the lovely seaside town of Seaton which is located on the world-famous Jurassic Coast. Thornfield Care Home is registered for 52 residents. We’re looking for a compassionate and dedicated General Assistant to support our residents during meal times and contribute to a welcoming dining environment, ensuring individual nutritional needs are met with care and dignity. Why This Role Matters As a General Assistant, you’ll play an essential role in creating a positive dining experience for our residents. From meal service to maintaining cleanliness, your efforts will help promote a person-centred approach, ensuring every resident feels supported and valued during meal times. What You’ll Do Meal Service Support: Assist residents during meal times, providing tailored support based on individual needs and preferences. Dining Area Maintenance: Keep dining areas clean, tidy, and hygienic before, during, and after meal times. Kitchen Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team, supporting their efforts to deliver high-quality meals. Food Hygiene Compliance: Adhere to food hygiene standards, ensuring safe handling and preparation of meals. Person-Centred Approach: Promote a compassionate, respectful, and individualized approach to support each resident. Nutritional Assistance: Help residents make informed food choices and assist with their dietary needs as required. Cleaning Procedures: Follow designated cleaning routines to maintain high hygiene standards in dining areas and the kitchen. Health & Safety: Adhere to all health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe environment for residents and staff. Team Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues to create a supportive and efficient environment for meal times. Policy Adherence: Read, understand, and follow company policies and procedures. Skills, Knowledge & Qualifications Empathy and Compassion: Strong interpersonal skills to provide supportive and respectful care to residents. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage tasks efficiently, ensuring smooth and timely meal service. Food Hygiene Knowledge: Basic understanding of food safety principles. Team Player: Collaborative approach to working with the kitchen team and other staff members. Attention to Detail: Focus on maintaining cleanliness and ensuring meals are delivered to a high standard. If you’re passionate about providing exceptional care and creating positive dining experiences, we’d love to welcome you to our team. Bring your compassion, organizational skills, and dedication to a role that makes a real difference in residents’ lives. Benefits £11.44 per hour Contracted to 24 hours per week Pension Onsite Parking Paid DBS Uniform Provided 5.6 Weeks Annual Leave (Based on a full-time contract)