Dining Room Assistant/Cook
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Barnsley, S70 3RDView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£25,272
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
26 October 2026
6 days leftJob description
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY We are looking to recruit hardworking, enthusiastic individuals to join our Catering Team based in the Central Prod...
You will be part of a team
that provides safe and nutritious meal service to service users, staff and
visitors.
All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to
have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
At the time of advertising,
this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and
Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are
unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.
We are happy to accept
applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via
alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all
other applications.
To provide a safe and nutritious meal service to patients, staff and visitors, participate in the preparation of functions and special events.
JOB DIMENSIONS
Responsible for handling cash.
- To prepare meals for patients, staff and visitors to the required standard whilst adhering to Food Hygiene General Regulations 1995.
- To work as part of a team and assist in developing the catering services to reach its full potential.
- At the discretion of the Catering Supervisor to undertake duties in other areas of the department to ensure the smooth running of the service.
- As and when required to work on other Trust sites to ensure the smooth running of the Trust wide catering services.
- To develop personal skills to assist in the achievement of departmental objectives
- To lend guidance where applicable.
- Identify and act on problems.
To handle cash and clear away post meal times, whilst observing food hygiene regulations and health and safety.
- Ensure the dining room maintains required hygiene standards, working with cleaning schedules and procedures.
- Provide an efficient service for meetings, working lunches and various functions.
For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.
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are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health
and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale,
Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are
the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is
to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this
by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ
staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a
difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.
We encourage
and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value
diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
Being
a foundation Trust means were accountable to our
members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people
(including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join
us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving
the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and
help each year.
are committed
to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and
vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this
commitment.
We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as a team member and use own initiative
- Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise own workload.
- Ability to communicate well with colleagues, Trust staff and patients
- Working knowledge of HACCP System
Personal Attributes
Essential: - Flexible attitude to working arrangements; - Friendly outgoing personality; - Available to work in different locations
Qualifications
Essential: - 706/1 & 2 or equivalent NVQ grade (or commitment to work towards); - Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate or working towards
Experience
Essential: - Demonstrable catering experience; - Relevant experience of team working; - Experience of dealing with customers
Desirable: - Experience in till operation
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
12 October 2026
Last checked
14 October 2026
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