Catering Assistant

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Yeovil is seeking a Catering Assistant. In this fast-paced role, you will be responsible for delivering food, working in retail, and maintaining catering spaces. Full training is provided, with a strong focus on employee benefits including flexible working options, an NHS pension scheme, and professional development. Somerset offers a blend of countryside and city life, making it a great place to build your career.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Career development focus

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Fast-paced environment with critical safety work.
• Ability to respond efficiently to client needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food to wards for patients.
• Help clean catering spaces.
• Work in retail outlets.

Job description

The catering department is a fast paced and energetic department. Responding to patient, relative and customer needs is crucial and should be done so efficiently and effectively. Full training will be given to the successful candidate, Each Catering Assistant plays a vital role in our catering services team. From delivering food to wards for patients, working in our retail outlets, making sandwiches, to helping us clean our catering spaces, it is all key work and safety is critical.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London. The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.