Hospital Catering Assistant – Patient Meals (Part‑Time)

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Catering Assistant to join Yeatman Hospital's catering team. The role involves preparing and serving meals to patients, staff and visitors in a clean, welcoming environment. It is a part-time position at 28 hours per week with flexible working and a DBS check required.

Visa sponsorship is not available; applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The closing date for applications is 19 November 2026.

Qualifications

• Level 2 certificate in food hygiene (or working towards).
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of the team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and serving meals to patients, staff and visitors.
• Assisting with basic food preparation while maintaining hygiene and cleanliness in kitchen and dining areas.
• Washing up and general cleaning duties following food safety regulations and hospital policies while providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Teamwork

Own initiative

Education

Level 2 certificate in food hygiene

Job description

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Catering Assistant to join Yeatman Hospital's catering team. The role involves preparing and serving meals to patients, staff and visitors in a clean, welcoming environment. It is a part-time position at 28 hours per week with flexible working and a DBS check required.

Visa sponsorship is not available; applicants must have the right to work in the UK. The closing date for applications is 19 November 2026.