Catering Assistant - NHS Band 2
Location: Newcastle
Hours: Full-time and part-time roles available, working any day out of 7 on a rota basis
Contract: Temporary until at least January 2026 with the chance to go permanent
Salary: Band 2 - £12.51 standard, £17.64 nights and Saturday, £22.90 Sundays and Bank Holidays
About the Role
This is not your typical catering assistant position. Our client are looking for energetic, adaptable individuals to join our fast-paced catering team that supports the health and wellbeing of patients, staff, and visitors across their hospital.
You'll be part of a high-volume operation that serves approximately:
Breakfast: 750 people
Lunch: 1,100 people
Dinner: 750 people
Your duties will include:
Plating meals on a production line
Working on the patient belt loading the patient trolleys, placing food on the plate to ensure patients get the food they require
Serving customers in the bistros and dining areas
Operating dishwashing machinery and maintaining hygiene standards
General cleaning and kitchen support
Ensuring compliance with food safety and NHS standards
Completing mandatory training modules to support safe and effective service delivery
What We're Looking For
We need team players who are:
Comfortable working in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
Reliable and committed to delivering excellent service
Willing to learn and complete online training
Able to follow strict compliance procedures
Essential Requirements:
Pass a Basic DBS check
Provide employment history back to school leaving age
Provide 5 years of address history
Complete mandatory online training modules
Benefits of Working With Us
Be part of a team that makes a real difference in people's lives
Enjoy regular hours and a rota-based shift pattern
Get early access to permanent NHS roles
Receive ongoing training and development
Work in a supportive and inclusive environment
Ready to join a team that feeds thousands and fuels care?
Apply now and help us deliver nutritious meals with heart and efficiency.
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