Patient-Focused Ward Catering Assistant

Sodexo Group; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health resources

Employee Assistance Programme

Free health app with 24/7 GP access

Discounts on high street brands

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

Ward Catering Assistant at Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital is responsible for delivering nutritious meals to patients and supporting a clean, safe kitchen and dining area. You will work with a friendly team to provide excellent service, handle dietary requirements, and assist with stock and documentation while maintaining hygiene standards.

The role is casual, 0-hour contract with shifts 7am-1pm or 1pm-7/9pm, and includes a free meal on shift and uniform.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role or willingness to learn.
• A positive, reliable and caring approach, with a genuine desire to provide excellent service to patients.
• Good communication and listening skills, with the ability to work well as part of a team.
• The ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately and work efficiently.
• A commitment to maintaining high standards of food safety, hygiene and cleanliness.
• Good timekeeping, reliability and a flexible approach to supporting the team.
• A willingness to learn and complete required training, including maintaining mandatory standards.
• A Food Safety Level 2 certificate (or equivalent), or a willingness to achieve this.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a friendly, high-quality meal service to patients, ensuring dignity, care and excellent customer service.
• Prepare, assemble and serve patient meals accurately, including special dietary requirements.
• Maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and infection prevention in line with hospital and company policies.
• Complete food temperature checks, quality records and other required documentation accurately.
• Keep ward kitchens, catering equipment and work areas clean, safe and well stocked.
• Support stock rotation, waste reduction and the safe transportation of food trolleys.
• Work as part of a team, following instructions and helping with other catering duties as required

Skills

Previous experience in similar role

Willingness to learn

Customer service

Good communication

Follow instructions

Food safety awareness

Timekeeping

Flexibility

Training willingness

Food Safety Level 2 certificate

Education

Food Safety Level 2 certificate

Job description

Ward Catering Assistant at Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital is responsible for delivering nutritious meals to patients and supporting a clean, safe kitchen and dining area. You will work with a friendly team to provide excellent service, handle dietary requirements, and assist with stock and documentation while maintaining hygiene standards.

The role is casual, 0-hour contract with shifts 7am-1pm or 1pm-7/9pm, and includes a free meal on shift and uniform.