Catering Assistant (Patient Meals Services)

TN United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a vital member of the Catering Department. This role involves delivering exceptional food service to patients, ensuring their dietary needs are met with care and efficiency. You will work in a dynamic environment, supporting the Patient Meal Service and contributing to the overall well-being of patients. With a focus on excellent customer care, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the patient experience. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others while enjoying the benefits of a supportive workplace.

Benefits

Staff Discounts on Shopping

Cycle to Work Scheme

NHS Pension Scheme

Car Lease Schemes

Salary Sacrifice Options

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work well under pressure and deliver excellent customer care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver food and beverage requirements to patients on the ward.
• Load and deliver trolleys and perform associated cleaning duties.

Skills

Organisational Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Care

Job description

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Client:

Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category:

-

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

26d2a10a7254

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Posted:

07.05.2025

Expiry Date:

21.06.2025

Job Description:

Role Summary

• Working for the Catering Department, the post holder will be required to work within the Patient Meal Service under supervision and within appropriate guidelines.
• To load and deliver trolleys throughout the Hospital, produce salads, prepare fresh produce and work within the main kitchen wash-up area.
• To cover all aspects of the food and beverage service on all ward areas when required.

About the Role

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities, please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The post holder will be required to work on the wards and within the Patient Meal Service kitchen. The post holder will be required to serve and deliver all food and beverage requirements to patients on the ward, load and deliver trolleys, and perform associated cleaning duties. We expect the post holder to have excellent organisational and communication skills, work well under pressure, and deliver excellent customer care to our patients.

Working Pattern: Shift hours: 3 shifts between Monday and Sunday with 2 out of 3 weekends worked.

Interview Date: Friday, 5th May 2025 (may be subject to change).

For further information please contact: Natasha Faber, Patients Meal Service Manager.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status, including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2025, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

About Us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern, and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over [number], making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than [number], people, cover more than [area] square miles across Devon. Some of our specialist services extend across the entire peninsula, reaching as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist, and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across various settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and people’s homes. We also offer primary care services, specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies, and strong links to local universities position us at the forefront of research and innovation, enabling us to provide world-class care to our communities.

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. Click here to find out more.

It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help shape our services as we continue our integration journey.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and family-friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with days of paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to days plus bank holidays.

You will benefit from access to our comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities, and groups.

We will work together to develop and support you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree, or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD, or rotational placements to hone your skills. Whatever your career path in the NHS, we will support you.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You will have access to a wide range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness, and leisure options, and can spread the cost of technology and home appliances from major retailers. Other benefits include:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options, including our OFSTED-rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme.

These are just some of the benefits available. If this role interests you, we would love to hear from you.