Catering Assistant
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Poole, BH13 7LN
Salary
£20,217
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
3 September 2026
3 days left
Job description
St Ann's Hospital is looking for a dedicated Catering Assistant to join our friendly catering team. This role plays a vital part in ensuring that our ...
Preparing and serving meals to patients, staff and visitors.
Assisting with basic food preparation whilst maintaining the standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.
Washing up and general cleaning duties, following food safety regulations and hospital policies whilst providing excellent customer service.
Take food trolleys to wards and deliver food to nearby hospital for Lunch and Supper.
Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of theirlives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a widerange of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or verygood experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urbanlocations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots ofways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testamentto our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe inequal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, whereeveryone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be thebest version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, andteach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better everyday through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Level 2 certificate in food hygiene or working towards
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of the team
- Good communication skills
- UK Driving License
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a similar role
Finance/Resources
Essential
- Knowledge of stock control procedures and methods
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
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First seen
20 August 2026
Last checked
24 August 2026
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