Catering Assistant

Sue Ryder; Moggerhanger; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospice provider in Moggerhanger seeks a Catering Assistant to join their team. This role involves providing excellent customer service and assisting in meal preparation and kitchen maintenance. The ideal candidate will have or be willing to obtain a Food Hygiene Certificate and enjoy working in a collaborative environment in a compassionate setting.

Benefits

Enhanced pay for unsociable hours

Company pension scheme

27 days holiday, increasing to 33 with service

Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick pay

10% staff discount online

Structured induction and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Willing to obtain Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Experience in a similar environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal and refreshment preparation.
• Serve meals and refreshments.
• Clean kitchen surfaces and utensils.

Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Position: Catering Assistant

Location: Sue Ryder, St John’s Hospice, Moggerhanger, Bedford MK44 3RJ

Hours: 22.5 hours per week, including alternate weekends, Thursdays, and Fridays

Pay: £11.44 per hour (excluding weekend 30% hourly enhancement)

Sue Ryder is committed to supporting those approaching the end of their life or living with grief. We provide tailored support to ensure no one faces dying or grief alone.

About Us

Sue Ryder St John’s Hospice in Moggerhanger, Bedfordshire, offers expert palliative and end-of-life care both in the hospice and in the community, covering pain management, emotional, and practical support.

About You

• Possess or be willing to obtain a Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate within 2 weeks of employment
• Enjoy providing excellent customer service
• Able to work as part of a team and communicate effectively
• Follow policies and procedures
• Experience in a similar environment is preferred

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in meal and refreshment preparation
• Serve meals and refreshments
• Wash used utensils, pans, and crockery, using dishwashers or hand washing as appropriate
• Clean kitchen surfaces, equipment, floors, and storage areas according to schedules
• Ensure the kitchen is tidy and equipment is stored properly at the end of each shift

Benefits

• Enhanced pay for unsociable hours
• Company pension scheme
• 27 days holiday, increasing to 33 with service, plus bank holidays
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and sick pay
• Employee networks supporting diversity and inclusion
• 10% staff discount online
• Structured induction and development opportunities

We encourage applications from diverse backgrounds to enrich our team. For accessibility or application adjustments, please contact us via email.