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Catering Assistant (0436)

AMICA CARE TRUST
13.32 per hour
Exmouth House
Full-time
21st August 2026
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Catering Assistant (0436)

No agencies please. We will be in touch with you if we need your help.

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Amica Care Trust is looking for a Catering Assistant to join our friendly team, helping to deliver nutritious, well-presented food and beverages to our residents each day. In this rewarding role, you will play an important part in providing excellent customer service to residents, relatives and visitors, supporting independence, choice and dignity while working in line with our Trust values. From assisted living to specialist dementia care, our welcoming services are focused on making a positive difference to those we support.

The Role and Key Responsibilities:

  • Support residents' nutritional wellbeing by helping to prepare and serve meals and drinks.
  • Ensure residents' dietary needs are met, including texture-modified meals where required.
  • Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene, stock rotation and kitchen records.

About You:

  • Previous catering experience is helpful but not essential.
  • A food handling qualification would be desirable.
  • You will have good judgement, problem-solving skills and a positive approach.
  • You should be a clear communicator and team player who shares our values and takes pride in your work.

Why join Amica Care? 

At Amica, you'll find a caring, inclusive culture where people genuinely matter. As a charity, we are values-led and focused on making a meaningful difference, while also being committed to playing our part in protecting the environment. We offer:

  • A supportive and friendly team environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • The satisfaction of knowing your work makes a real difference every day
  • Cycle-to-work scheme.
  • Eyecare vouchers for VDU roles
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) free, confidential support for you and your family (wellbeing, counselling, legal advice).
  • Early access wage scheme for financial flexibility.
  • Long service awards
  • A refer a friend bonus of £200.
  • A friendly, inclusive and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.

The closing date for this vacancy is 21 st August 2026.

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised date and therefore encourage early applications.

Amica Care is a Disability Confident Employer.

Amica Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

  • Location:Exmouth House
  • Vacancy Type:Permanent
  • Working Schedule:Full time/Part time
  • Days/Nights:Days
  • Working Hours:Various shifts available (including alternate weekends)
  • Pay Rate:£13.32 Per Hour