STRATHCARRON HOSPICE
Catering Assistants
Permanent/Temporary
1 x 29 hours per week, permanent
1 x 29 hours per week temporary for 9 months in the first instance
(both posts will include weekend working)
Salary £24,647 - £26,763 per annum, pro-rata.
(£12.64p per hour + weekend enhancements)
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced Catering Assistants to join our team in providing a high quality dining experience for patients, families, visitors, students and staff at Strathcarron Hospice.
You must have well developed communication skills, be able to work well in a small team and be able to demonstrate your ability to relate to the public in a caring setting. We are seeking someone who is passionate about developing within their role to gain more cooking skills and knowledge.
Previous experience of working in a catering environment is essential, preferably in a healthcare setting and applicants should also hold an intermediate food hygiene certificate or be willing to work toward this.
The kitchen is open 7 days a week from 7am to 7pm and we have two shift patterns and Applicants should be flexible in the days they can work and be able to cover both shift patterns.
Training and supervision will be an integral part of the post holder's development.
The post is subject to a check by the Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme.
Informal enquiries to Kim Wedge, Catering Manager, tel:
Applicants should submit an application form or CV with covering statement about why they are applying for the post by the closing date below. A copy of the application form and job description for the posts is available on our website at or by contacting HR Department on or via e-mail at
Closing Date: 5pm on Monday September 2025
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £12.64 per hour
Expected hours: 29 per week
Benefits:
* Company pension
Work Location: In person