Food & Beverage Assistant

Job Description

The Food & Beverage Assistant supports the dining and hospitality service within a care home. Duties typically include preparing and serving meals and drinks, setting tables, clearing and cleaning dining areas, following food hygiene and health and safety procedures, and responding politely to residents’ preferences and dietary needs. Candidates should be friendly, reliable, well organised and comfortable working as part of a team. Previous catering, hospitality or care-home experience is helpful but may not be essential, as training is often provided. The role requires a caring attitude, good communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work flexibly, including weekends and public holidays.

Company Info

Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK's major providers of residential care, nursing care, dementia care and independent living services. The organisation operates care homes and hospitals across England, Scotland and Wales, supporting older people and adults with a range of care needs. Its teams include nurses, care assistants, hospitality staff, therapists, administrators and facilities colleagues. Barchester places emphasis on personalised care, residents’ wellbeing, comfortable surroundings and maintaining a welcoming community within each home. Food and hospitality services are an important part of this approach, helping residents enjoy nutritious meals, social interaction and a positive daily experience. The company commonly provides structured induction, ongoing training and opportunities to develop within the care and hospitality sectors.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers opportunities in healthcare, social care, hospitality, technology, engineering, logistics and professional services. Its culture is diverse, with strong regional identities, historic towns, vibrant cities and varied landscapes. Lifestyle choices range from urban living in London, Manchester or Edinburgh to quieter coastal and rural communities. Public transport is generally good, although a car may be useful outside major cities. International workers should check the latest UK visa rules: sponsored roles normally require an eligible occupation, an approved employer and minimum salary requirements, while some care roles have specific conditions. Employers may request right-to-work evidence, references and background checks. Relocation costs, housing availability and local taxes should be considered, particularly in larger cities. The UK uses the pound sterling, and weather is changeable, with generally mild but wet conditions.