Catering Assistant

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Newcastle upon Tyne is looking for a part-time Catering Assistant. This role involves supporting patients with their meals, cleaning equipment, and ensuring food hygiene standards are met. Working hours include 20 hours per week across a flexible schedule. The ideal candidate will have experience in food service and cleaning. Join a team committed to providing high-quality care and supporting diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Ability to assist patients by serving food.
• Experience in cleaning and maintaining hygiene standards.
• Strong attention to detail in food preparation and service.

Responsibilities

• Clean equipment within the department.
• Assist patients by placing food on plates and ensuring they receive their meals.
• Work in the dish wash area, stripping trolleys and placing crockery through washers.
• Fill in departmental paperwork.
• Perform general cleaning duties.
• Follow food hygiene and trust policy regulations.
• Assist in food preparation and service to patients.

Job description

Responsibilities

• Clean equipment within the department.
• Assist patients by placing food on the plate and ensuring they receive the required food.
• Work in the dish wash area, stripping trolleys and placing crockery through washers.
• Fill in departmental paperwork.
• Perform general cleaning duties.
• Follow food hygiene and trust policy regulations at all times.
• Assist in the preparation and service of food to patients, including delivery to wards and associated cleaning and hygiene duties.

Working Hours & Interview

Part‑time Catering Assistant – 20 hours per week over a 3‑week roster (5 days in 7). Dual positions: Position 1: 16:00‑20:00, Position 2: 11:15‑15:15. Interview date: 14 January 2026.

Flexible Working Conditions

We are a flexible‑working friendly organisation and will consider arrangements that suit both the service and the employee.

References & DBS

All references from current and previous employers must cover a minimum of three years of employment and include address, telephone number, and work email of each line manager. The successful candidate will be required to pay for their DBS certificate via a salary deduction from the first month’s pay.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity, welcoming applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, disability, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage, civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity, or other protected characteristics.

About the Trust

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust employs approximately 16,000 staff and has an annual budget of £1.7 billion, providing high‑quality care, clinical excellence, and innovative research across the region.

Services Covered

• Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)
• Freeman Hospital
• Newcastle Dental Hospital
• Cramlington Manor Walks
• Urgent treatment centres
• Newcastle Fertility Centre
• Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria
• Northern Genetics Service

Contact & Further Information

For further information on the Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.