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General Assistant

Scarborough Ct Flats, Cramlington NE23 6ED, UKPosted Oct 16, 2026

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Caterplus – Food That Feels Like Home Join the Caterplus team at Scarbrough Court. Real food. Real comfort. Real connection. That’s what we do every day at Caterplus. We cook fresh, honest meals that bring people together in over-55 communities across the UK. Food that means something — not just something on a plate. If you care about food, people, and doing things properly, you’ll feel right at home here.

Because we don’t just serve meals. We create moments. Caterplus is part of Elior UK — giving you the personality of a specialist brand with the opportunities and support of one of the UK's leading contract catering businesses. At Elior, the safety, dignity and wellbeing of the people we support is our priority. As part of our recruitment process, this role is subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check (where applicable).

Working Pattern: Shifts Between | 7:30am to 3pm | 12pm to 7:30pm | Alternative Weekends | 35 Hours Per Week Salary: £12.71 Per Hour | £23,194.48 Per Year Job ID: 8186 What you'll be serving up... As a General Assistant , you'll support the day-to-day operation by helping to deliver excellent customer service while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and organisation.

This is a varied role where you'll work closely with colleagues across the team to ensure a smooth and efficient service. Assist with general cleaning, housekeeping, and maintaining a tidy working environment Support team members with a variety of operational duties as required Help with the receipt, storage, and distribution of stock, supplies, and equipment Operate basic equipment and tools safely and responsibly Maintain clean, safe, and well-organised work areas at all times Follow all Health & Safety procedures, company policies, and site regulations Provide excellent customer service when interacting with customers, visitors, and colleagues Support the team in delivering a high-quality service and positive customer experience The ingredients you'll bring...

Flexible approach and willingness to undertake a variety of tasks Good communication and teamwork skills Ability to follow instructions and work independently when required Basic understanding of Health & Safety practices Positive, reliable, and proactive attitude Commitment to delivering excellent customer service Willingness to learn, develop new skills, and support colleagues Previous customer service, hospitality, catering, or retail experience is desirable but not essential What's on the menu for you… At Elior, we believe people do their best work when they feel supported, valued and able to thrive .

That's why we offer a benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, career, finances and life outside of work. Here’s a taste of what you can expect when you join us: Free meals on shift Flexible and part-time working opportunities 28 days holiday, increasing to 31 days after two years' service Enhanced family, personal and compassionate leave policies Paid volunteering days Training, development and career progression opportunities Pension scheme, life assurance and financial wellbeing support Salary Advance, giving you access to a portion of your pay before payday A supportive, inclusive culture where everyone can thrive Plus access to Elior Spark, our enhanced wellbeing platform, offering support for you and your immediate family, including: 24/7 virtual GP appointments Mental health support, counselling and therapy sessions Physiotherapy services and second medical opinions Online gym and workout programmes Legal and financial advice Nutrition, fitness and lifestyle guidance Meditation and mindfulness resources Dedicated wellbeing helplines and expert support whenever you need it Fancy being part of the recipe?

At Elior, over 10,000 colleagues come together every day with one purpose: to enrich lives everywhere, every day. We're proud that 87% of our colleagues are proud to work here — and we think that's because people are given the support, trust and opportunities they need to thrive. Don't tick every box? Don't rule yourself out.

We're looking for people with potential, passion and the right attitude, not just a checklist of experience. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels they belong. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know. Ready to join us? Hit ‘Apply Now’ and let’s chat!

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