Ward Catering Assistant

Sodexo; Brighton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health resources

Employee assistance programme

Free health app with GP access

Discounts on high street brands

Retirement savings plan and life cover

Full training provided

Cycle to Work scheme and volunteering

Job summary

Sodexo at Nuffield Health Brighton Hospital is seeking a Ward Catering Assistant to support nutritious patient meals and a clean, safe hospital dining environment. You will deliver friendly service, handle dietary needs, and help maintain hygiene standards as part of a supportive team.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability and a willingness to learn, with opportunities for training and development in a hospital catering setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in catering or hospital food service is desirable.
• Commitment to high standards of food safety and hygiene.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality meal service to patients with care and dignity.
• Prepare and serve patient meals, accommodating dietary needs.
• Maintain food safety, hygiene and infection prevention standards.
• Complete temperature checks and documentation accurately.
• Keep ward kitchens and equipment clean and well stocked.
• Support stock rotation, waste reduction and safe transport of trolleys.
• Collaborate with the team and follow instructions.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Flexible approach

Education

Food Safety Level 2 certificate

Job description

As a Ward Catering Assistant with Sodexo at Nuffield Health Brighton Hospital, you'll play an important part in preparing and serving nutritious, comforting meals that support patient recovery and wellbeing. You'll also help maintain a clean, safe environment in the kitchen and dining areas. With a cheerful attitude and great customer service, your presence can make a real difference in someone's day. Join Sodexo and be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your way. What you'll do:

• 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
• 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.

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

Working at Sodexo isn't just a job - it's a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay