Hospital Catering Assistant: Friendly Service & Kitchen

OCS Group; London Borough of Ealing; Hybrid; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

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Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland, a leading facilities management company, is seeking a Catering Assistant to support a high-quality food and hospitality service at St Bernards Hospital, Southall. You will assist with food prep, service and cleanliness, ensuring hygiene and safety standards are met, helping to deliver a welcoming and reliable catering experience.

The role involves working 09:30–20:00 and 09:30–19:00 on weekends with breaks, within a team-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Right to Work in the UK and willingness to undergo a DBS check.
• Experience in catering, hospitality or food service (desirable but not essential).
• Level 2 Food Safety or Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Understanding of food hygiene and safe handling practices.
• Positive, friendly and customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good timekeeping, reliability and a flexible approach to work.
• Willingness to follow instructions.
• Desirable experience in FM or contract catering services.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic food preparation in line with menu requirements and food safety standards.
• Serve food and beverages to customers in a friendly and professional manner.
• Support the set-up and close-down of catering areas, including counters and seating areas.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen, service and dining areas.
• Wash up utensils, dishes and equipment as required.
• Replenish food, beverages and consumables during service periods.
• Follow all food safety, health & safety and hygiene procedures at all times.
• Use catering equipment safely and correctly.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Provide a positive and customer-focused experience at all times.

Skills

Customer-focused attitude

Teamwork

Time management

Flexibility

Willingness to follow instructions

Education

Level 2 Food Safety or Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

OCS UK & Ireland, a leading facilities management company, is seeking a Catering Assistant to support a high-quality food and hospitality service at St Bernards Hospital, Southall. You will assist with food prep, service and cleanliness, ensuring hygiene and safety standards are met, helping to deliver a welcoming and reliable catering experience.

The role involves working 09:30–20:00 and 09:30–19:00 on weekends with breaks, within a team-focused environment.