Bank Host & Catering Assistant

Spire Healthcare Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A private healthcare organization in Reading is looking for a Host and Catering Assistant to join their friendly team on a flexible Bank basis. The role involves providing excellent food service and hospitality, assisting chefs, and ensuring high standards of hygiene and safety. Ideal candidates will have catering experience, a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. This position offers competitive pay and is perfect for those seeking work-life balance.

Benefits

Free onsite car park

Access to pension

Free uniform

Free DBS

Mandatory training updates

Qualifications

• Previous experience in catering is essential.
• Ability to work in a busy environment and take initiative.
• Commitment to excellent customer service with empathy.

Responsibilities

• Supporting Catering team to deliver high standards of service.
• Assisting Chefs with food preparation and maintaining cleanliness.
• Providing friendly service while ensuring food safety standards.

Skills

Catering experience

Strong communication skills

Positive attitude

Ability to work independently

Customer service focus

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Spire Healthcare Dunedin | Reading | Host and Catering Assistant | Kitchen Support | Bank - Flexible Work |

Spire Dunedin Hospital in Reading, are seeking a Host and Catering Assistant to join our warm and friendly team on a flexible Bank basis. If you have experience in catering and a genuine passion for delivering excellent customer service, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a private healthcare environment where quality and care come first.

At Spire Healthcare, we put people at the heart of everything we do. As a Host and Catering Assistant, you'll play a vital role in supporting our colleagues and patients' through excellent food service and warm hospitality.

Duties and responsibilities

• Supporting our Catering team in delivering a high standard of service to patients on the wards, including helping with menu choices, serving meals, and ensuring regular refreshments.
• Assisting our Chefs with basic food preparation, stock rotation, and maintaining cleanliness in our restaurant and kitchen areas.
• Providing friendly, attentive service to patients, visitors, and colleagues, always maintaining a professional and approachable manner.
• Ensuring all food safety, hygiene, and health & safety standards are met, with full compliance at all times.
• Respecting patient confidentiality and contributing to a calm, welcoming environment.

Who we're looking for

• Previous experience in catering in a similar environment is essential.
• Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate is a minimum requirement.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative in a busy setting.
• A positive, flexible attitude and strong communication skills.
• Commitment to delivering excellent customer service with empathy and professionalism.

Working Hours

Monday - Sunday, between the hours of 07:00 - 20:30

Contract

Bank

This is a flexible Bank position offering ad hoc shifts between Monday and Sunday, 07:30-20:30, to provide cover during staff absence, annual leave. Ideal for candidates seeking work-life balance and variety.

• Bank colleagues are paid weekly
• We offer competitive rates to our bank colleagues who work on a flexible basis, often to cover busy periods, sickness, or annual leave
• Free onsite car park
• Access to Spire Healthcare pension
• Free uniform
• Free DBS
• Full induction, including mandatory training updates
• Knowledge, support and guidance through your recruitment journey from Spire's specialist Resourcing Team

Our Values

We are extremely proud of our heritage in private healthcare and of our values as an organisation:

• Driving clinical excellence
• Doing the right thing
• Caring is our passion
• Keeping it simple
• Succeeding and celebrating together

For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Alison Roberts on

Closing Date

If we have received sufficient applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy without further notice, so please submit your application as soon as possible.