Apprentice Catering Assistant

Join Our Culinary Journey as an Apprentice Catering Assistant

Are you passionate about food, eager to learn, and ready to kick-start your career in the vibrant world of catering? Look no further We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual to join our dynamic team as an Apprentice Catering Assistant.

What We Offer:

- A 15-month apprenticeship program designed to provide hands-on experience and a solid foundation in catering.
- 30 hours a week, offering a perfect balance between work and learning.
- Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
- Exposure to a diverse range of culinary styles and techniques.

Your Role:
As an Apprentice Catering Assistant, you'll be an integral part of our kitchen team, assisting in various tasks such as food preparation, plating, and ensuring impeccable presentation. You'll work alongside experienced chefs, gaining insights into the art of creating delectable dishes for events ranging from intimate gatherings to grand celebrations.

Training and Development:
Our apprenticeship program is designed to nurture your talents and help you build a successful career in catering. You will receive on-the-job training, mentorship from experienced chefs and kitchen colleagues.

You will be working towards Level 2 Production Chef qualification. Maths and English desirable, not essential.

Northbourne in Gateshead is home to well trained and helpful staff with rooms for up to 33 residents. At Anchor, we pride ourselves in providing 24-hour care and specialised services for elderly people, the beauty of our grounds, the quality of our catering and our engaging activities we deliver.
- Northbourne holds an outstanding rating by CQC
- Northbourne is well established in the local community for being a home from home environment
- Northbourne professional contacts recognise the team dedication to our residents

**Anchor - a great place to work**

Anchor is England’s largest not-for-profit providers of care and housing for older people. Our heartfelt ambition is to transform housing and care so everyone can have a home where they love living in later life.

We’re not-for-profit which means every penny we make or save is invested in the people who live with us, the places they live and the people who work here. That means a better standard of care and customer service, better wages, more investment in training and development and improved facilities.

**A rewarding environment**

From health and happiness to finance and your career, we’ll give you all the support you need.

**Health & happiness**
- Gym, fitness and wellbeing discounts
- Mental health support
- Flexible working options
- Access to online GP appointments

**Finance**
- Pension plan - contribute between 4% and 8% and we’ll match it or better
- Quick and easy pension transfer service
- Savings and financial advice, loans, free life assurance
- Discounts on shopping, holidays, phones, technology and more

**Career**
- Ongoing personal and professional development programme
- Leadership Pathways online learning resources
- Career progression and promotion opportunities

**Celebrating diversity, celebrating you**

Anchor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We aim to celebrate diversity and inclusion in all that we do, as we know that the more diverse our colleagues are, the better care and support we can give to our residents and each other.

We are proud to have an LGBT+ group for our residents, and also Disability, LGBT+ and race and ethnicity colleague networks. These work to celebrate diversity, address concerns, review policy and practice and empower their members. We also have an Inclusive Ambassador network to allow all colleagues to be part of promoting diversity and to be an ally to others.

We are a Gold Standard Inclusive Employer, a Stonewall Diversity Champion, Menopause Friendly and a signatory to the Care Leaver Covenant, HouseProud Pledge and Age Friendly Employer Pledge schemes.