Job summary
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 Host/Hostess at Rivermere Care Home in Kent. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Host/Hostess will be preparing serving trollies and cleaning satellite kitchens, laying tables, assisting in order taking, and serving meals to residents within the Home. Other responsibilit
Main duties of the job
At Avery Healthcare, we are dedicated to supporting our staff as they provide exceptional care to our residents. We recognize and appreciate the hard work of our team, celebrating and supporting them every step of the way. By joining our team, you will positively impact residents' lives daily, as your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. We are committed to fostering a caring, supportive environment, providing opportunities for learning and development throughout your career. As a Host/Hostess at Rivermere Care Home in Kent, you will prepare serving trollies, clean satellite kitchens, and assist with table setting and meal serving to residents. Additional responsibilities include aiding residents in selecting their meals, ensuring that dining tables meet standard operating procedures, and supporting the dining service, especially for residents opting for cutlery-free dining. We seek warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated candidates ready to uphold our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable in all their actions.
About us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UK's leading providers of luxury elderly care homes, offering enriching experiences for residents and team members alike. We are passionate about creating meaningful lives together, adhering to our vision of providing exceptional care across our extensive network of over 100 homes. At Avery, we emphasize building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day, making us the preferred choice for both residents and staff members. Join us at Avery and be part of a workplace where your contributions are celebrated and you are motivated to grow.
Details
- Date posted: 29 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £13 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 1522235879
- Job locations: Avery Healthcare, Chipstead, TN13 2PZ, United Kingdom
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Qualifications
Essential
- Must hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene. Experience working in a similar setting, such as a restaurant or hotel, is required. The ideal candidate should possess knowledge and abilities in this field, have a positive attitude towards residents, and demonstrate compassion and commitment to delivering culinary services that uphold residents' dignity.
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This advert is for Host/Hostess with Avery Healthcare Group Ltd. in Knowle, Midlands, United Kingdom. The advertised salary is £13 an hour. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 13 Jul 2026.
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