Domestic / Ward Catering Assistant

Gap Personnel; Chepstow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an individual for domestic support at Chepstow Community Hospital. Responsibilities include meal preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and collaborating with staff to ensure patient satisfaction. The role requires flexibility with a rolling rota, including weekends. Candidates should have strong attention to detail and good communication skills. Hourly pay rates vary from £12.21 to £22.34, depending on the day of the week.

Qualifications

• Willingness to work weekends as part of the rota.
• Strong commitment to hygiene standards.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meal preparation and delivery to patients.
• Maintain cleanliness in kitchens and dining areas.
• Support staff in food safety procedures.
• Carry out cleaning duties in line with infection control.
• Collaborate with teams for patient satisfaction.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Flexibility

Reliability

Job description

Location: Chepstow Community Hospital Hours: Rolling rota – includes potential shifts on 2 weekends a month, with days off during the week

Pay Rates:

• Monday–Friday: £12.21 per hour
• Saturday: £17.22 per hour
• Sunday: £22.34 per hour

Role Purpose

To provide essential domestic and catering support within the hospital ward environment, ensuring patients receive safe, nutritious meals and that the ward is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation, portioning, and delivery of meals to patients, considering dietary needs and hospital guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in ward kitchens, dining areas, and patient meal service points.
• Support ward staff in following food safety procedures, including correct storage, handling, and disposal of food.
• Carry out domestic duties such as cleaning floors, surfaces, and equipment in line with infection control standards.
• Collaborate with nursing and catering teams to ensure patient satisfaction and wellbeing.
• Adhere to health and safety regulations, including the use of PPE.
• Work flexibly as part of a rolling rota, which may include up to 2 weekends per month, with allocated days off during the week.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to hygiene standards.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Good communication skills with patients and colleagues.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and ward needs.
• Reliability and willingness to work weekends as part of the rota.