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SCL Retail Catering Assistant

CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd)

DURHAM, DH1 5TW

Salary

£12.71

Contract

Bank

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

4 September 2026

4 days left

Job description

We are looking for for a Retail Catering Assistant Services who will play a pivotal role in driving the success of retail catering services within Syn...

We are seeking an a customer-focused Retail Catering Assistant primarily assisting in the service of

beverages and food items in all retail catering

outlets at Univeristy Hospital of North Durham.

To be able to dismantle and reassemble equipment being

cleanedCarrying out cleaning duties in accordance with Departmental

Specifications and Cleaning Policy

Disposing of food waste and refuse safely and hygienically

Assist in the cleaning of all containers, crockery, and

cutlery used in the service to Staff, and Visitors

To operate a EPOS till

and re-stock areas

To log food and fridge temperatures in line with

departmental policy.

To support and assist the Head of Retail and Retail

Supervisor in the provision of a highly professional catering service within

the retail units at University Hospital North Durham and to ensure that high quality standards are

met at all times

To follow the policies and procedures laid down by the

retail services in the day to day operational management of retail and to

ensure a high quality and cost effective service

To ensure that food safety regulations are adhered to at

all times.

Provide and maintain a highly customer focused restaurant

facility.

Ensure that communication channels are maintained between

appropriate staff / visitor / patient groups with regard to patient feeding.

Work in a safe manner so that no other persons are put at

risk whilst completing the required duties.

Initially deal with any complaints / comments regarding the

service in a courteous manner from Trust staff or patients.

Developing staff preferences, promoting

flexible working arrangements, and encourage change of working practice

following major life changing events.

Where available, visa sponsorship is subject to the role meeting the Home Office Skilled Worker eligibility requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, the role being eligible for sponsorship and meeting the applicable salary threshold and other immigration requirements. Eligibility for sponsorship will be assessed in line with current Home Office guidance.

This is a legal and regulatory requirement, and we cannot proceed with sponsorship until UKVI has completed the approval process.

We regret any inconvenience this causes. Our decision is based solely on our current regulatory position and is not related to your suitability for the role or any personal characteristic.

SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is separate legal body to CDDFT.

SCL offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:

  • A Competitive salary
  • Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
  • Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
  • Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)

Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only

Special Requirements

Essential

  • Ability to work shifts and weekends and have flexibility to needs of the service(E)

Desirable

  • Health and safety(D)

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

  • Natural & enthusiastic staff member(E)
  • Ability to follow clear instructions and feedback to senior staff (E) Committed to quality customer care/delivering excellent customer service.(E)
  • Effective interpersonal skills (E)
  • Able to work with minimal supervision following set procedures. (E) Flexible approach to work and adaptable to change(E) Good manual dexterity, physical fitness(E) Good timekeeping(E)
  • Basic numeracy(E)
  • Knowledge of food safety and allergen regulations (E)

Desirable

  • Basic keyboard skills (D)

Experience

Essential

  • Catering Experience

Desirable

  • Retail experience

Qualifications

Essential

  • Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene (E)
  • A good standard of literacy and numeracy (E)

Desirable

  • Health and Safety

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

21 August 2026

Last checked

25 August 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

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CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd)

NHS organisation

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