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Food and Beverage Assistant - BankNHS

Beltinge, CT6 6PX Bank £12.75
Posted 6 August 2026 Closing date 20 August 2026
Herne Bay Rail Station (1.8 miles away) Keynes College (6.6 miles away)

Job summary

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Food and Beverage Team Member at Miramar Care Home in Herne Bay, Kent. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as a Food and Beverage Team Member will be to support with the dining service and assisting residents with their meals. Other responsibilities will include: Supporting the residents with choosing their meal

Main duties of the job

At Avery Healthcare, we take pride in supporting our dedicated staff who care for residents daily. Joining us as a Food and Beverage Assistant means positively impacting residents' lives each day. We foster a culture of respect and compassion while offering a supportive work environment where personal and professional growth is encouraged. Our ideal candidate will assist with dining services, support residents during mealtimes, and maintain high hygiene standards. Responsibilities include setting dining tables, ensuring cleanliness, offering fresh cakes and biscuits, and being mindful of dietary requirements. Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous, and a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is beneficial. We require a DBS check for this role, and proof of UK work eligibility is necessary.

Job description

Package Description: At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Food and Beverage Team Member at Miramar Care Home in Herne Bay, Kent. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Food and Beverage Team Member will be to support with the dining service and assisting residents with their meals.

Other responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting the residents with choosing their meal options at the time of dining.
  • Ensuring that dining tables are set in accordance with the standard operating procedures.
  • Keeping front of house clean, tidy and well-presented, and that dirty crockery is removed and replenished throughout the day.
  • Ensuring fresh homemade cakes/biscuits are accessible in the bistro areas are replenished throughout the day as well as finger food and fresh fruit options.
  • Being aware of residents dietary requirements.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidate must:

  • Demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene.
  • Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of culinary services to residents.
  • Have experience of working in a similar setting, restaurant or hotel would be desirable.
  • A basic Food Hygiene Certificate would be beneficial.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

  • A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
  • Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

About us

Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's largest luxury elderly care providers, creating enriching experiences for both residents and team members. We believe the later years of life should be as meaningful as any other and are committed to exceptional care at our 100+ homes. Our vision of creating meaningful lives together shapes a supportive, inspiring environment where employees feel valued every day. We maintain a culture of enrichment, and our values are integral to our success. We offer a thriving workplace fostering empowerment and pride in the service we provide. Join us at Avery to experience a rewarding career within a trusted organization.

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