Catering Assistant

NHS Scotland; Scotland; On-site; AUD 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

NHS Scotland is recruiting Catering Assistants to join the kitchen at Royal Victoria Hospital. The role involves delivering high‑quality catering services to patients, staff and visitors while maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment.

You must be able to work well in a team or on your own, follow instructions, and communicate effectively. The position is part‑time (18 hours per week) with shifts in the evenings and at weekends, and the salary is pro rata for part‑time hours.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering environments preferred.
• Ability to work in a team or on your own initiative and follow instructions.
• Good communication skills with patients, staff and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the highest standard of catering service within the hospital for patients, staff and visitors.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and manage equipment handling.
• Be flexible to work evenings and weekend shifts; shifts end around 7pm.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Independent work

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for Catering Assistants to work within the kitchen at Royal Victoria Hospital. We are looking for enthusiastic team members to join our department. You will be responsible for delivering the highest standard of Catering Service within the hospital to patients, staff and visitors whilst maintaining a clean, safe working environment. This post includes cleaning equipment which is a physically demanding job. Previous work in a catering environment is essential, and training will be provided.
You must have the ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative, follow instructions and possess good communication skills. You must also be able to respond constructively to unpredictable situations and able to cope under pressure.
You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.
Informal enquiries to –
Paul Morgans, Assistant Catering Manager, tel – 01382 660111, ext 58356
Email – [e-mail]
Colin Skinner, Catering Manager, tel-01382 660111, ext 58356
email – [e-mail]
The working hours for these posts are 18 hours per week to be discussed at interview. Shifts are for evenings and weekend, (7pm finish) and enhancements are paid for weekend work.
Tthe salary scale for this post is pro rata for part time hours.
Please note: This post does not meet Home Office Guidelines for Sponsorship/Skilled Worker Visa.
Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.
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