Overview
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CHoICE Facilities Services are seeking a passionate, hardworking and reliable individual to join our team and fulfil the role of Catering Assistant (Ward Host). As a Ward Host you would be responsible for assisting clinical staff in the efficient and effective production & service of a high quality of meals & beverages on several wards, for patients, staff and visitors, including associated cleaning and hygiene related duties. The role is ward based and involves collecting and delivering meals to wards for patients and can be physically demanding.
The role of a Ward Host is an exciting opportunity for people who are motivated, flexible, task focused and who have excellent communications skills. We encourage and support our employees to progress within CHoICE and offer full training on the job.
CHoICE Catering Services are provided at Sunderland Royal Hospital & Sunderland Eye Infirmary.
Responsibilities
* Follow food & beverage handling procedures, in accordance with national and local regulations.
* Undertake stock management, receipt and delivery of stock, reporting any discrepancies or damaged goods to Supervisors. Record food temperatures and food waste before and after service.
* Maintain the appropriate knowledge and skills to safely and effectively perform all food & beverage tasks.
* Maintain a clean, tidy and hygienic appearance. Ensuring that the appropriate protective clothing is worn at all times.
* Distribution, delivery and service of food and beverages to wards and departments.
* Ensure all equipment, working areas, including storerooms, refrigerators and freezers are kept in a clean and hygienic condition and that good hygienic practices are established and maintained at all times.
* Carry out any other duties which are deemed reasonable and in line with the banding of the post.
* Provide a food and beverage service including catering for special events to patients, staff and visitors.
* Prepare, assemble and pack meals for patients and staff.
* Collection, segregation and disposal of waste materials, in accordance with policies.
* Shift pattern: Monday - Thursday, 1600h-2000h (16 hours).
Qualifications
* Essential: Basic Numeracy and Literacy education
* Desirable: Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
* Desirable: Basic Allergen training
Experience
* Essential: Good understanding of catering services
* Desirable: Catering Experience; Experience of working in a healthcare environment; Experience in production environment; Experience of cash/card payment handling; Previous experience in dealing with the public
Skills and Knowledge
* Essential: Ability to accept and prioritise instructions
* Desirable: Previous knowledge of catering environment
Physical
* Essential: Combination of bending/lifting/standing and walking with frequent requirement for physical effort.
Other Requirements
* Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the DBS.
About Us
City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust. CHoICE provide a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists. We welcome all applications regardless of race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.
Other Information
Date posted: 06 October 2025
Salary: £26,101 a year pro rata for part time - 16 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Job locations: Sunderland Royal Hospital, Kayll Road, Sunderland, SR4 7TP
Note
Please add your telephone number to your application form so we can contact you quickly if required. The Trust is not able to offer Skilled Worker Sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the UKVI threshold requirements. Applicants are requested to consider this when making their application. Please visit Gov.UK for further information.
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