Care Plus Group

Catering Assistant

The closing date is 13 February 2026

Job summary

Please note that Care Plus Group are not currently registered to sponsor applicants from outside the EU and EEA.

We are a bed based Rehabilitation, Re-enablement and Recovery unit located in Grimsby. Our multi-disciplinary service consists of Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Care staff who all work collaboratively to prevent unnecessary and lengthy stays in hospital or admission into long term care, wherever possible.

We provide a range of therapies and support to assist people in their recovery and regain their independence, enabling them to return to their own homes safely and with any additional support in place. This could be following a period of illness, trauma, surgery, or a significant health event.

If you work well as part of a team and are motivated, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

Job Title: Catering Assistant

Reporting to: Lead Cook

Salary: Salary Range 2 spot point

Under 21 - £22,627/ 21 and over - £24,735 (pro rata)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, permanent

Location: Based at Community Inpatient Unit

To assist the Cook to provide nutritional, palatable and well-balanced meals for patients. The postholder will work under the direction of the Cook at all times. They will carry out all duties in a safe manner having regard to the health and safety of self, colleagues, service users and visitors to Community Inpatient Unit. They will also ensure that the environment meets the expectations and standards of the Care Plus Group and CQC paying particular attention to infection control and food hygiene requirements.

About us

Care Plus Group is an employee owned Social Enterprise, established in 2011 to deliver NHS community health and social care services and employ over 800 people. A key feature of our organisation is the positive culture we have developed which is based on valuing, trusting, engagement, and involvement of our staff.

We consistently deliver high quality innovative services across NE Lincolnshire, reflected in an ongoing above 95% customer satisfaction feedback. Our services have received national recognition/commendations and Awards including winning a national HSJ award in November 2021. We hold the highest possible standard of ISO accreditation and are committed to reducing our carbon footprint.

We offer excellent terms and conditions including optional membership to a contributory pension scheme, Independent Provider closed access to the NHS pension scheme, lease cars, a full induction programme and an extensive range of CPD/development opportunities. We recognise continuous service from partner Health and Care organisations for the purposes of annual leave entitlement.

We are a supportive employer and operate in a way which supports family friendly and flexible working. CPG is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria.

Details

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£22,627 to £24,735 a year Range 2 £22,627 (under 21) - £24,735 (21 and over)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B9814-26-032

Job locations

Community Inpatient Unit

Peterhouse Road

Grimsby

DN34 5UX


Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description is attached as a separate document with the person specification. Please refer to this for more information before completing your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description is attached as a separate document with the person specification. Please refer to this for more information before completing your application.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Provision of meals within a residential setting
  • Menu planning and portion control
  • Stock control / ordering

Desirable

  • Specialist dietary needs

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Able to work to deadlines
  • Time management
  • Effective stock control
  • Knowledge of Fire Safety procedures
  • Ability to demonstrate commitment to Care Plus Group Core Values
  • Resilience and emotional strength
  • Compassion, dignity and respect for individuals
  • Promotion of patient wellbeing
  • Ability and willingness to work as part of a team
  • Maintaining good communication
  • Ability to use own initiative within remit of role
  • Flexible in approach

Desirable

  • First aid

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level 2 in Catering
  • Literacy / numeracy skills to Level 2 standard

Desirable

  • Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to work towards
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Provision of meals within a residential setting
  • Menu planning and portion control
  • Stock control / ordering

Desirable

  • Specialist dietary needs

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team
  • Able to work to deadlines
  • Time management
  • Effective stock control
  • Knowledge of Fire Safety procedures
  • Ability to demonstrate commitment to Care Plus Group Core Values
  • Resilience and emotional strength
  • Compassion, dignity and respect for individuals
  • Promotion of patient wellbeing
  • Ability and willingness to work as part of a team
  • Maintaining good communication
  • Ability to use own initiative within remit of role
  • Flexible in approach

Desirable

  • First aid

Qualifications

Essential

  • NVQ Level 2 in Catering
  • Literacy / numeracy skills to Level 2 standard

Desirable

  • Basic Food Hygiene Certificate or willingness to work towards

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Care Plus Group

Address

Community Inpatient Unit

Peterhouse Road

Grimsby

DN34 5UX


Employer's website

https://www.careplusgroup.org/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Care Plus Group

Address

Community Inpatient Unit

Peterhouse Road

Grimsby

DN34 5UX


Employer's website

https://www.careplusgroup.org/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Unit Manager

James Skivington

James.Skivington1@nhs.net

01472256767

Details

Date posted

30 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£22,627 to £24,735 a year Range 2 £22,627 (under 21) - £24,735 (21 and over)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B9814-26-032

Job locations

Community Inpatient Unit

Peterhouse Road

Grimsby

DN34 5UX


Supporting documents

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