
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 Host/Hostess at Saxon Manor Care Home in Godmanchester. 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.
Main duties of the job
As a Host/Hostess at Avery Healthcare, your main responsibilities include preparing serving trollies, cleaning satellite kitchens, setting tables, assisting in meal order taking, and serving meals to residents. Additional duties involve supporting residents in choosing their meal options at the time of dining, assisting with the dining service, ensuring dining tables are set according to standard procedures, and displaying menus that reflect the meal choices for the day. You'll be part of a team that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. You'll make a positive impact on residents lives every single day, with opportunities to grow in a supportive environment. The role requires you to hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene, and have experience working in a similar setting such as restaurants or hotels. Compassion, commitment, and a positive attitude towards residents are essential.
About us
Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes. The organization is committed to making the later years of life as enriching as any other. Avery is passionate about creating meaningful experiences for their residents and team members alike. With the vision of 'creating meaningful lives together,' Avery proudly offers exceptional care across its growing network of over 100 homes, cultivating a supportive and inspiring environment. Employees at Avery feel valued and empowered every day, making it the preferred choice for both residents and team members. Avery Healthcare invests in the personal and professional growth of its staff, offering opportunities to learn and develop throughout their careers. Avery is dedicated to creating a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional care.
Details
- Date posted: 05 August 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £12.72 an hour
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 1534535516
- Job locations: Avery Healthcare, Godmanchester, PE29 2FF, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
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 Host/Hostess at Saxon Manor Care Home in Godmanchester. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLEYour 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 responsibilities will include: Support the residents with choosing their meal options at the time of dining Support with the dining service and assisting residents with their meals as directed, including supporting those residents to retain their dignity who choose to adopt cutlery-free dining Ensure dining tables are set in accordance with the standard operating procedures Ensure menus are displayed and are reflective of the meal choices for the dayABOUT YOUTo 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 have: Hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene. Experience working in a similar setting, restaurant or hotel Knowledge/Skills & Abilities Have a positive attitude towards residents Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of culinary services to residentsABOUT AVERYAt 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.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, experience in a similar setting such as a restaurant or hotel, high standards of personal hygiene, compassion, and commitment to delivering culinary services.
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