Catering Assistant

Bolton Hospice; Low Bolton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave (incl bank hols)

Contributory pension

Free parking

Healthcare plan

Training opportunities

Job summary

Bolton Hospice is seeking a dedicated Catering Assistant to join our weekend Catering team. The role provides operational cover on Saturdays and Sundays from 8am to 2pm in our hospice kitchen, supporting patients, staff and visitors with high-quality meals and a clean preparation area.

The successful candidate will have catering experience, hold a Level 2 Food Safety certificate or be willing to gain it, and demonstrate teamwork, empathy and flexibility within a compassionate care setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering environments, preferably clinical/care setting.
• Ability to work weekends and unsupervised following hygiene standards.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with empathetic approach.

Responsibilities

• Work unsupervised in line with hygiene regulations.
• Contribute to preparation and service of meals.
• Maintain cleanliness of food prep areas and equipment.
• Support patients, staff and visitors with high standards of catering.

Skills

Catering experience

Team player

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 Food Safety

Job description

We are welcoming applicants to join ourpermanent Catering team. We are looking to recruit an enthusiasticand experienced Catering Assistant to provide operational cover at the weekendswithin the hospice kitchen, as part of our Facilities team.

Main duties of the job

Working in a busy hospice environment, the role will support theeffective running of our Catering service on a Saturday and Sunday 8am - 2pm. OurCatering Assistants provide a high standard of catering to patients, staff andvisitors to the hospice. Duties would include assisting in the preparation of food,whilst ensuring the food preparation areas and equipment are kept clean.

We are looking for someone with experience of working within a cateringenvironment, ideally with experience in a clinical or care home setting. Hold aLevel 2 Food Safety certificate (or be willing to gain this qualification onappointment). You must be able to work well in a team and have goodinterpersonal and communication skills, along with a non-judgmental andempathetic approach. Flexibility, high personal standards and a commitment tothe vision and values of Bolton Hospice are essential.

About us

Youwill be working within a friendly and committed team, based within our charityshops and the main Hospice site. You will be supported to develop and implementyour own ideas to make a positive impact on income and the customer experience.We offer our employees an attractivebenefits package, including 35 days annual leave including bank holidays,rising to 40 days with long service (pro rata for part-time), generouslyenhanced maternity package, contributory pension scheme, life assurance, freeparking, healthcare cash plan, subsidised meals, option to apply for Blue LightCard and excellent training opportunities. We also offer continuity of servicefrom the NHS with respect to pension and holiday allowance.

Job responsibilities

Towork unsupervised, in line with hygiene regulations throughout shift.

Tohave a responsible attitude towards the duties required.

To have an understanding attitude to patients andtheir relatives, visitors and volunteers in the hospice setting.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Basic food hygiene certificate

Experience

• Experience of working in the food industry
• Preparing and serving fresh food.
• Customer Care

Other

• Positive approach to work
• Punctual, reliable and flexible
• A commitment to the vision and values of Bolton Hospice
• Wear uniform provided, ensuring it is clean and tidy and observing good hygiene standards at all times.

Skills

• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to use own initiative within the confines of the role
• Able to prioritise own workload and work well under pressure
• Able to work within set guidelines, policies and procedures
• Basic computer skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.