Catering Assistant
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Sheffield, S10 2TH
Salary
£25,272
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
3 September 2026
3 days left
Job description
Permanent | Part Time | We are advertising for 2 Catering assistants, we currently have one 30 hour post and one 29 hour post available. Are you passi...
Reporting into the Catering Manager, your responsibilities will include:
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Prepare and serve food and drinks to a high standard.
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Maintain cleanliness in food prep and retail areas, including dishwashing and equipment storage.
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Monitor and record food storage temperatures and stock levels.
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Serve customers using the till, ensuring accurate transactions.
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Follow COSHH regulations and food hygiene standards, and support infection control procedures
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
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Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success.We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
#LI-Onsite
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Level 2 (GCSE or Functional Skills) qualification in Maths and English or equivalent experience
- Food hygiene certificate or to be completed during induction
Experience
Essential
- Experience of customer service or food preparation in a retail catering environment
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of food hygiene requirements in a catering environment
- Knowledge of infection control procedures e.g. MRSA, Hand Hygiene, COSHH
- Able to support families in a compassionate way, using different methods of communication to suit the situation, and know when and where to refer someone to
- Able to manage different tasks, prioritising workload throughout the day
- Work effectively as part of a team and coordinate with different team members
- Computing skills, including the ability to use software relevant to the role e.g. till operation
Personal attribute
Essential
- Able to manage different tasks, prioritising workload throughout the day
- Respect and accommodate the diverse backgrounds, and needs, of families
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
28 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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