Ward-Based Patient Catering Assistant – Evenings

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Catering Assistant to join our busy Catering Department at Furness General Hospital in Barrow-in-Furness. The role involves food preparation, plating, patient feeding, and general cleaning in a healthcare setting.

We require enthusiasm and a willingness to work towards Foundation Food Hygiene qualification; NVQ Level 2 in Hospitality/Customer Care is desirable. Training is provided during induction and ongoing support is available.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of a busy food environment.
• Commitment to patient-facing service and safe food handling.
• Willingness to complete training during induction.

Responsibilities

• Food preparation and handling in a hospital setting.
• Support patient feeding at ward level.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
• Complete audit forms related to food safety procedures.

Skills

Food hygiene knowledge

Customer service

Teamwork

Manual handling

Education

Foundation Food Hygiene Certificate

NVQ Level 2 Hospitality/Customer Care

Job description

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust is seeking a Catering Assistant to join our busy Catering Department at Furness General Hospital in Barrow-in-Furness. The role involves food preparation, plating, patient feeding, and general cleaning in a healthcare setting.

We require enthusiasm and a willingness to work towards Foundation Food Hygiene qualification; NVQ Level 2 in Hospitality/Customer Care is desirable. Training is provided during induction and ongoing support is available.