Ward Catering Assistant - Flexible Hours & Full Training

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

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.