Bank Catering Assistant - Woodland Hospital

JR United Kingdom; Kettering; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a well-established global hospital group as a Bank Catering Assistant at Woodland Hospital. This role offers the flexibility to choose shifts that fit your schedule, ensuring you maintain a healthy work-life balance. You will be part of a dedicated team responsible for delivering high-quality food services to patients, managing dietary needs, and upholding hygiene standards. With excellent training opportunities and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for those looking to make a difference in patient care while enjoying the benefits of a flexible work arrangement.

Benefits

Free DBS

Contributory pension scheme

Excellent training and development opportunities

Free parking

Subsidised staff restaurant

Free uniform

Access to Blue Light Card

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in a customer-facing role.
• Ability to work independently with a flexible approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver food and beverage services to patients.
• Manage dietary requirements and maintain cleanliness standards.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Preparation

Communication Skills

Hygiene Standards

Education

Experience in Catering

Healthcare Background

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Bank Catering Assistant - Woodland Hospital, Kettering

Client: Ramsay Health Care

Location: Kettering, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Description

Bank Catering Assistant – Woodland Hospital - Bank Hours

We are currently looking for an experienced Catering Assistant to join our Bank.

You will be part of a team responsible for ensuring the preparation and delivery of food and beverage services to patients. As a Catering Assistant, you will serve all food and drinks to patients on the wards, including managing dietary requirements. Additional tasks include washing cutlery, replenishing hot drinks machines, and explaining daily menus across all meals.

You will be part of a team of Catering Assistants crucial in maintaining hygienic and methodical work practices and ensuring cleanliness standards throughout the hospital are met.

Who we're looking for

Ideally, you will be an experienced Catering Assistant from a healthcare or similar industry with demonstrable experience in a customer-facing role. You should be able to work independently, have a positive and flexible approach to customer service, and possess strong communication skills.

What is a Bank contract:

A Bank contract at Ramsay Health Care UK is a flexible employment agreement where you are not committed to a set number of hours per week. Instead, you work on an ad-hoc basis, filling shifts as needed. It is ideal for those seeking flexibility and a better work-life balance, allowing you to choose shifts that fit your availability. Bank staff play a vital role in maintaining service levels during peak times or staff shortages, ensuring uninterrupted patient care.

What we give back to you

• Free DBS
• Contributory pension scheme
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Free parking and subsidised staff restaurant (subject to site facilities)
• Free uniform
• Access to Blue Light Card

About us

Ramsay Health Care UK is a well-established global hospital group with over 50 years of experience. Operating in 11 countries with 77,000 staff, we treat 8 million patients annually. We are a leading provider of independent hospital services in England, known for our strong relationship with the NHS.

We value individuals with a positive, “can-do” attitude who want to make a difference. Our employees are Ramsay. The skills and commitment of our staff are fundamental to our success.

We believe our people are our greatest asset. Our culture, “The Ramsay Way,” recognises that staff and doctors are our most important assets, which has contributed to our ongoing success.

We are proud of our ‘Speak Up for Safety’ programme, ensuring patient-centered care. Join us and enjoy more ‘Time to Care’.

We are committed to equality of opportunity. This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

We welcome your application and are happy to answer any questions before applying. Please note, we may close the advertisement early to ensure a quality recruitment process. Woodland Hospital is committed to quality, equality, and opportunity for all.

Our mission is to deliver the best care. Since 1964, “The Ramsay Way” culture has emphasized that our people are our most valuable asset.

We support the UK’s Armed Forces and Reservists, having achieved the Silver Award in the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. We are dedicated to supporting the Armed Forces community, including our staff and patients.

We promote equality of opportunity. This role is subject to background and DBS checks.