Catering Assistant

Mitie Group plc.; Oxford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Group plc. is seeking a Catering Assistant at John Radcliffe Hospital, Headington, Oxford. The role is permanent, full-time, 35 hours per week, with a salary of £23,195.81 per annum. Based at the hospital site, you will support dining areas, food service, cleaning routines, and cash handling in a customer-focused environment.

You will work both independently and as part of a team, ensuring health and safety standards are met and service quality is maintained for patients and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Previous catering experience in a similar environment (desirable).
• Basic Food Hygiene and Health & Safety certificates (training provided if not held).
• Adequate numeracy, literacy, and communication skills.
• Passion for customer service and ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain dining and service areas, including furniture, trolleys, and cleaning equipment.
• Serve food in correct portions and wash dishes, cutlery, and catering equipment.
• Clean all catering areas daily and follow health and safety standards.
• Handle cash collection, banking, and maintain records and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with customers, managers, and colleagues to deliver excellent service.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Communication

Education

Food Hygiene certificate

Health & Safety certificate

Job description

Job Title: Catering Assistant
Rate of Pay: £23,195.81 per annum
Position Type: Permanent
Type of Employment: Full Time
Hours: 35 hours per week
Location: John Radcliffe Hospital, Headley Way, Headington, Oxford, Oxfordshire, England OX3 9DU

Role Responsibilities:

• Prepare and maintain dining and service areas, including furniture, trolleys, and cleaning equipment.
• Serve food in correct portions and wash dishes, cutlery, and catering equipment.
• Clean all catering areas daily and follow health and safety standards.
• Handle cash collection, banking, and maintain records and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with customers, managers, and colleagues to deliver excellent service.
  

What we're looking for:

• Previous catering experience in a similar environment (desirable).
• Basic Food Hygiene and Health & Safety certificates (training provided if not held).
• Adequate numeracy, literacy, and communication skills.
• Passion for customer service and ability to work independently and in a team.
• Adaptable, detail-oriented, and confident with strong organisational and time management skills.