Catering Assistant — Patient-Centric Kitchen Support

NHS Ayrshire & Arran

Wishaw

On-site

GBP 18,000 - 23,000

Full time

5 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual Leave 35 days

NHS pension

Incremental salary progression

Paid sick leave

NHS discounts

Job summary

NHS Lanarkshire is seeking a catering support member to assist with the preparation, cooking and service of meals for patients, staff and visitors. You will work across catering areas, ensuring hygiene, safety and compliance with policies and HACCP.

Full on-site role with induction and ongoing training, including PaMOVA and mandatory NHS training. Generous annual leave and pension benefits are provided; community-focused hospital catering is part of a larger healthcare network.

Qualifications

Knowledge of catering standards and related procedures.
Ability to undertake on the job training and induction (4–6 weeks).
Understanding of Health & Safety and risk assessment requirements.
PaMOVA training level 1 and 2 may be required after risk assessment.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparation, production, heating and reheating of food for patients and staff.
Prepare items using basic cooking techniques (porridge, breakfast items, soup, sandwiches).
Move and decant food items in pack sizes; manage trolleys and equipment.
Maintain food hygiene standards and complete required records (DWCS).
Clean all areas of the catering department and equipment.