You are a keyworker whose contribution is essential to help some of the most vulnerable members of our community
Without you, none of Salutem’s essential work would be possible.
More than ever a safe, clean and enabling environment is an essential part of high-quality personalised care.
At Salutem Care and Education we believe that the individuals we support achieve the best outcomes when they live in nurturing communities that encourage positive and healthy lifestyles choices.Â
Our hospitality and non-clinical teams play a vital role in creating warm and welcoming homes and communities where people want to live and are supported to achieve their personal best.
In these roles you’ll know that you’re making a difference each day and you’ll be a valued member of a dynamic support team where your contribution is always recognised and appreciated.
A Typical Day in Hospitality
When I arrive in the morning, I say hello to all the residents and check they’ve had their breakfast. When I’ve made sure everyone has been fed, I check the chart to find out what the residents have ordered for their lunch. Then I begin my prep for the lunchtime meal.
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The residents come down for lunch at 12. I like to ensure everyone has a choice of two different options and I always cater for their dietary needs. Nutrition is very important, and I always provide fresh fruit and healthy yoghurts every day.
We serve dinner at 4pm, so an hour before I like to get the vegetables on and the meat in the oven. I serve up straight from the oven to ensure the food is hot when it reaches the table as we don’t use a bain-marie. Residents all eat together around the table, it’s a lovely family atmosphere.
After the evening meal is served, I prepare an evening supper snack to leave for the staff on night shift to give to residents. Once I’ve got everything ready and cleared down the kitchen, I do a handover to the night shift staff.
Every day my priority is to use my budget to bring the most nutritious and delicious food I can to our residents. It’s wonderful to see them enjoying the meals we make.
Eric McLeod, Chef
Training / Development
As part of your role, you will receive peer support and will have access to developmental opportunities for your roles, including bespoke training, and resources to ensure that you are able to deliver a high quality service.
We offer training in:
- Health & Safety
- COSHH
- Food Safety
- Fluids & Nutrition
- Specialist Diets
- Legionella
- Basic Life Support
- Fire Safety
Workplace Apprenticeship Programmes
To help you further develop your skills, knowledge, and confidence and help you take the next steps in your career, you can access our Workplace Apprenticeship Programmes.
 We offer the following qualifications:
- Business Admin Level 2 & 3
- Hospitality Team Member Level 2
- Hospitality Supervisor Level 3
- Team Leader Level 2 & 3
Throughout all this, you’ll be supported by a workplace buddy and mentor so that you can ask questions along the way to help you get the most out of your training.
I have been in my post just over two years now and I’m responsible for all the catering at the school. I thoroughly enjoy my role. It’s like being part of what is a huge school family and there’s always a lot of laughter and positivity.
My team and I pride ourselves on meeting the various dietary needs of our pupils. We produce all the meals from fresh ingredients and then adjust the dishes according to the specific needs of each pupil.Â
Our biggest compliment is pupils who then ask for seconds or indeed thirds! Some often request to come down to the kitchen to find out what’s for lunch or request their favourite dishes. Or just to tell us how much they have enjoyed their lunch!Â
We are often approached by teaching staff for what we call ‘fun foods’ for curriculum-based learning or sensory activities. And we are yet to fail in what can be the most unusual of requests!
Lesley Foley
Catering Manager
I have worked at Kanner for almost 3 years and I’ve seen great improvements in the kitchen, from communication to quality and choice. I made up picture cards to help the people we support choose their meals, alongside communicating with their staff about their likes and dislikes.Â
The kitchen is the heart of the home for both staff and the people we support, even if it’s just to help make a cup of tea or give some advice for anyone who is having a difficult day. Food is a big part of everyone’s lives here. Ensuring they have the right nutrition, as well as different tastes and textures, is very important. I’m really happy that I can be a part of that.
Sophie Bonar
Head Cook
People like you work in care & education.
People like Eric…
Chef Eric took over the kitchen at Fairholme in 2017 after 31 years as Head Chef at the University of Northumbria. He was excited about revolutionising the menu at the home, introducing the residents to a world of flavour and teaching them to cook. Three years on, Eric now oversees the menus for four homes, has written a recipe book and picked up the title of Best Chef in the North East at the British Care Awards in 2019. He tells us why he loves sharing his passion for cooking with residents and colleagues.
“I can’t tell you how proud I am to work for this company. I’m no longer one of those people who wakes up and says, ‘Oh no, I’ve got to go to work’. Instead, I can’t wait to get in and see everyone. I can’t believe how thankful the residents are for every meal I make for them. I’m so happy I’ve got the job I’ve got.”
