Catering Assistant - Higher Level
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Ashington, NE63 9JJView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£25,272
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
6 October 2026
6 days leftJob description
We have a part time position available for a Catering Assistant to join our team at Wansbeck General Hospital. This is a part-time position for 21 hrs...
The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation of foodstuffs, general cleaning of equipment and areas within the Catering Department and preparation and service of food to patients on the ward, or to patients, visitors and staff in the dining room. The post holder will be required to operate in thecentral dish wash area.
This vacancy will include all areas of catering and serving meals on wards, of which full training will be provided.
- The receipt, checking for quality, temperature, correct quantity as per order to suppliers and the storage of such goods in the appropriate area within the time limits set out in the department policy on HACCP.
- To be able to demonstrate the ability to serve food to staff and to be able to check temperature levels and be aware of the Food Temperature Regulations.
- Operating the central dish wash machine, cleaning, drying and checking of the staff/ward crockery and cutlery.
- Preparation of vegetables, fruits and salads.
- Preparation and dispatch of meals.
- Service of food in restaurant.
- Service of food in the Dining Room and associated areas and preparation of sandwiches, hot snacks and beverages where applicable.
- The cleaning and re-stocking of vending machines.Operation of the Staff Dining Room cash register
- Awareness of appropriate image/appearance to suit service needs.
- To be self reliant.
- To be flexible in their working arrangements to cover for holidays and sickness and work all areas of the Catering Department when required.
- Cleaning of premises and equipment to the required standard.
- Ensures compliance with the Food Hygiene Policy and the Codes of Practice. Work in such a manner that does not contravene the Health and Safety procedures of the Hospital and the Hotel Services Department.
- Participate in training programmes relevant to efficiency, hygiene, fire drills, the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and other such courses as deemed necessary for the efficient operation of the department
(This job description is not exhaustive but gives a broad indication of the main duties. It may be revised in the light of experience and changing circumstances in consultation with the post holder.)
NHFM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Established in 2012, NHFM provide specialist project management services for large and small capital developments, estates maintenance and a full range of facilities services. Carrying out facilities management for a state-of-the-art specialist emergency care hospital - The Northumbria, three general hospitals - North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham hospitals - and a number of smaller community hospitals and clinic sites, we cover one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country.
Work for us and you will be making a real difference to the NHS and the thousands of people who use our services each year. Visit our website www.nhfm.co.uk for more information about who we are and benefits of working for us.
Qualifications / Professional Registration
Essential: - Basic Food Hygiene and/or Level 1 Food Safety Certificate or must be achieved within 6 months of start date
Desirable: - NVQ Level 1 or 2; - GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)
Experience and knowledge
Essential: - Knowledge of relevant policies, procedures, systems and regulations gained through induction and on the job training or equivalent experience
Desirable: - Customer Service Training; - Cash handling experience
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
23 September 2026
Last checked
25 September 2026
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