Overview
We are recruiting for a Catering Assistant at Queens Hospital Burton. We are looking for compassionate, caring, hardworking, flexible team members who are committed to enhancing the patient experience. All staff working for UHDB play a key role in the organisation. You must possess excellent communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team and have a can-do attitude.
You will receive full training including level 2 food safety and allergen training, other mandatory training and all essential role training. Full uniform and PPE are provided. NHS terms and conditions apply.
Responsibilities
* Deliver customer care with helpfulness, awareness and compassion to patients, visitors, staff and colleagues.
* Prepare patient meal trays.
* Serve cold and hot food items and deliver meals to patients.
* Carry out cleaning duties within the kitchen and other associated areas in line with departmental cleaning schedules, including equipment, work surfaces, crockery and cutlery.
Qualifications
You will ideally possess a good understanding of mathematics and English. You should have a good understanding of customer care and be able to communicate well with patients, staff and visitors. Catering experience and a Food Safety Certificate are desirable but not essential; skills and technical training will be provided.
Training, Benefits and Key Dates
Closing date: 07 October 2025
Interview date: 21 October 2025
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, UHDB recognises its role in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population. We provide exceptional care together and uphold our fundamental values of compassion, openness and excellence.
In return we offer development opportunities (professional and leadership), ongoing support from recruitment through to joining the team and beyond, and staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes and car schemes.
Key Facts
UHDB is a research-active University Hospital with a large portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
How to apply / Contact
For further details or informal visits contact:
Name: Emma Smith
Job title: Patient Catering Services Manager
Email: emmal.smith1@nhs.net
Telephone: 01283 511511
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