Relief Catering Assistant

The Extracare Charitable Trust are recruiting for Relief Catering Assistants t o join our supportive team, based at our Wixams Retirment Village based in Bedford.This is a fantastic opportunity for experienced Catering Assistants to join our friendly team at our Wixams location and support the village's commitment in delivering ExtraCare's mission of “ better lives for older people ”. We provide a domiciliary care service all under one roof. No more travelling!Extracare does not participate in the current “ UK Visa Sponsorship ” scheme, and we would not be able to facilitate sponsorship .Are you a Catering Assistant who is compassionate, patient, and personable and would like to develop your career with us? If so, we would like to hear from you.Role: Relief Catering AssistantHours: Adhoc / as requiredSalary: £14.12per hourLocation: Wixams Retirement Village, Bedford Road, Bedford, MK42 6EAAs a Catering Assistant you will be expected to carry out the following tasks:Assist in the preparation, cooking and service of a variety of hot and cold meals, buffets, dishes and beverages in the Restaurant/Bistro.Ensure food produced is well presented and of a high quality standard.Set up dining area as appropriateMaintain kitchen and food stores in a clean and tidy condition.Receive and check deliveries of stores, chilled and frozen meals etc.Record the temperature of chilled and frozen meals on arrival and transfer immediately to cold store.Ensure company Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) is followed for all food management.Person SpecificationAbility to support the catering function and deliver a customer focused service.Personable, an effective communicator and a team playerPassionate about delivering a quality care serviceFlexible with hours.Benefits:Eligible for Blue Light Card discountsFree Use of Onsite GymPlus usual benefitsExtraCare strives to create a workplace that fully reflects society. We want our staff to feel empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work and be part of a safe and supportive community.Don't miss out! Click ‘apply' now to make an invaluable impact to the lives of our residents as one of our Relief Catering Assistants.Closing date: Friday 24th July 2026Interviews: Ongoing from w/c 27th July 2026ExtraCare is committed to making our recruitment practices as fair and inclusive as possible for all. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment processExtraCare reserve the right to close this advertisement early should the maximum number of applications be received. Be one of the first to apply!TPBN1_UKTJ