Title: Bank Catering Assistant

Worcester, Worcestershire, GB, WR8 0RR

Bank Catering Assistant

Beechwood Residential Care Home, Holly Green, Upton-Upon-Severn, Worcestershire, WR8 0RR

Pay £12.71 per hour

Hours as and when required – no late nights, no split shifts

Cook up your career in care with a better work-life balance

We believe providing culinary excellence is more than a job – it’s a calling, and we’d love you to be part of it. We’re excited to welcome a Bank Catering Assistant to our friendly team at Beechwood Residential Care Home in Upton-Upon-Severn. With 94% of our colleagues saying they would recommend Sanctuary Care as a great place to work, you’ll be joining a culture where you’re supported to thrive and grow, and recognised for the difference you make.

We're proudly Investors in People Gold accredited and not-for-profit, which means every penny we make goes straight back into our people and our homes. Whether you’ve already found your calling or you’re still discovering it, we’ll support you every step of the way. From your first day to your dream role, we’ll help you get there.

When you join Sanctuary Care, you’re joining an award-winning team where colleagues and residents truly matter. We’re proud winners of the 2025 Nursing Times Award for Care of Older People and the 2025 Care Home Awards Best for Training and Development, and Outstanding Larger Care Home Group.

Your role

Support the catering team with basic food preparation and meal service
Present and serve meals to a high standard for residents
Follow food hygiene and safety standards at all times
Keep kitchen and dining areas clean, safe and welcoming
Work collaboratively with colleagues to support residents’ daily experience

Your skills

A caring, enthusiastic approach with a genuine interest in older people
Good teamwork skills and a willingness to support colleagues
An understanding of safe food handling and cleaning practices
Previous catering experience and a food hygiene certificate, or willingness to work towards one
Clear communication skills and a flexible approach

Your rewards

You deserve more than the basics. That’s why, alongside 28 days’ annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays), occupational sick pay linked to length of service, and a contributory pension, we’ve created a package to help you thrive:

CQC inspection bonus
Health and wellbeing support– including Aviva Digicare+ with virtual GP appointments, plus an Employee Assistance Programme offering medical, financial, and legal advice, as well as short-term counselling
Company-paid life insurance
Parental leave arrangementsandannual leave purchase scheme
Company-funded trainingand ongoing career development opportunities, including our Team Leader Development Programme
Flexible working optionsand aninclusive culturewhere everyone belongs, supported by our staff networks including PRISM, Disability, Race Equality and Parent networks
Free mealsdependant on shift duration
Exclusive retail discounts, Cycle to Work, and salary sacrifice arrangements

Some rewards are subject to a qualifying period or other criteria – visit our website for more information.

Ready to start an inspiring career journey with us? Apply today and join us in leading the way in care. Curious about what it’s like to work with us? Discover our values, culture, and real stories from our teams at www.sanctuary-care.co.uk/jobs or follow us on socials.

Before you apply

We can only accept applications from individuals with the right to work in the UK.
All roles require safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including criminal records and overseas police checks if needed; for more information, please get in touch.
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