Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant

Temporary Opportunity

Location: Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent (ST postcode area)

Pay: £12.71 per hour (PAYE)

Hours: 7 hours per day, 5 days per week

DBS Requirement: Standard DBS

Essential: Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate and previous food handling experience

We are currently recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join the catering team at a hospital in Stoke-on-Trent. This role involves supporting both the patient catering service and the on-site retail unit, helping to deliver a high-quality food service in a busy healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the preparation and service of meals to hospital wards
• Preparing meals for delivery according to patient orders
• Assisting with cooking hot food items
• Handling and preparing chilled and frozen food products
• Receiving and storing food deliveries
• Working within the retail unit, including cash and card transactions
• Disassembling meal trolleys from wards and completing washing-up duties
• Maintaining high standards of food hygiene and food safety
• Following HACCP, COSHH, and Food Safety Management System procedures
• Operating catering equipment safely and reporting any faults
• Carrying out cleaning duties and adhering to a "clean as you go" approach
• Ensuring food is presented attractively and served to a high standard
• Working closely with colleagues and ward staff to provide an excellent service

Requirements

• Previous experience working with food in a catering, hospitality, healthcare, or similar environment
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate
• Experience handling hot, chilled, and frozen food products
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations
• Reliable and professional approach to work
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain high standards at all times
• Standard DBS check required

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a hardworking and dependable individual who takes pride in delivering excellent food service. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, handling food safely, and providing a friendly and professional service to patients, visitors, and staff.

Apply Today

If you have catering experience, a Level 2 Food Hygiene qualification, and are looking for a rewarding role within a healthcare setting, we'd love to hear from you.

Catering Assistant | Hospital Setting | 7 Hours Per Day | 5 Days Per Week | Standard DBS Required

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