Job summary
The post holder is a member of a team responsible for providing catering services within a day service to service users, which will include preparing and serving food and beverages, cleaning.
You must have the Right to Work in the UK in order to be successfully appointed to this role. Please note, this role does not meet the required eligibility criteria for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa and therefore the Trust is unable to offer sponsorship for this particular role.
Main duties of the job
An opportunity has arisen for a part-time Catering Assistant within Kilton View day service. The post holder will support the team with providing health and nutritious meals, which are prepared in line with speech and language guidance ( SALT), and individual dietary requirements.
Applicants should be highly motivated, reliable, flexible and have the ability to work alone and as part of a team. Experience of catering work is essential and the ability to demonstrate good culinary skills and knowledge, and associated paperwork.
Knowledge is required in cleaning duties and use of chemicals and equipment are essential as you will be working in a demanding environment. Preparing, cooking and serving of meals in line with Hygiene Codes of Practice and legislation with particular attention to quantities (portion control), quality and the appearance of meals, assisting with maintaining the highest possible standard of hygiene and health and safety and assisting with menu planning
Candidates should have a good general education.
Candidates must a minimum of Level two Food Hygiene certificate and a knowledge of allergens, as well as being able to demonstrate commitment to undertake further training and qualifications.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care --our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Details
Date posted
22 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year pro rata, per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
346-TSL-040-25-A
Job locations
Kilton View
45 St Margarets Way
Brotton
TS12 2UE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. Numeracy and Literacy to level 1
2. Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2
Desirable
3. NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality
4. Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate
Experience
Essential
5. Experience in use of cleaning materials and equipment
6. Experience in general cleaning duties
7. Experience of working within a catering service
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
8. Able to follow instructions and understand written and verbal communication
9. Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH
10. Basic IT Skills
Desirable
11. Knowledge of National Standard of Cleanliness
12. Knowledge of PLACE
13. Knowledge of Basic nutrition