Hospital Catering Assistant — Patient Meals & Flexible Hours

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust; Stanley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Wellbeing services

Cycle to work scheme

Staff networks and inclusion

Job summary

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is seeking a Catering Assistant to provide high-quality food and beverage services across Pontefract, Pinderfields and Dewsbury hospitals. You will prepare and serve meals, maintain hygiene, assist in food preparation, and ensure excellent customer service in a busy hospital environment.

The role requires a Level Two Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent and demonstrates the importance of teamwork, communication, and adherence to HACCP and health & safety

Qualifications

• Previous catering or food service experience preferred but not essential
• Strong work ethic and commitment to providing excellent service
• Ability to work well under pressure and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals to patients, staff and visitors
• Maintain a clean and hygienic working environment
• Assist in food preparation and cooking
• Adhere to food safety and hygiene regulations
• Provide excellent customer service
• Work across sites including Pontefract, Pinderfields and Dewsbury hospitals as required

Skills

Good food preparation

Follow instructions

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

Level Two Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust is seeking a Catering Assistant to provide high-quality food and beverage services across Pontefract, Pinderfields and Dewsbury hospitals. You will prepare and serve meals, maintain hygiene, assist in food preparation, and ensure excellent customer service in a busy hospital environment.

The role requires a Level Two Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent and demonstrates the importance of teamwork, communication, and adherence to HACCP and health & safety