Catering Assistant

NHS Highland; Newcastle Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 120 000 - 180 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in South Africa is looking for a Catering Assistant to help maintain a clean and safe kitchen while assisting in meal preparation for patients. Candidates should possess good communication skills, be well educated, and have a smart appearance. The role operates from 8 am to 6 pm, requiring teamwork and the ability to follow instructions. Full training will be provided for the position in a busy kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Must be well educated and maintain a smart appearance.
• Follow instructions and achieve mandatory Induction standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation and plating of patient meals.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Ability to work independently

Education

Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (desirable)

Job description

A 37hr Catering Assistant post working any hours between 8am 6pm has arisen within our busy kitchen to work as part of a team to maintain a clean safe working environment & to assist in the preparation and plating up of all patient meals.

You must have the ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative, follow instructions and possess good communication skills.

An Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate is desirable but full training will be given.

Applicants must be well educated, of a smart appearance & have good customer communication skills.

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Please be advised this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker Visa or a Health and Care Worker Visa.

NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS).

Department Contact

Production Manager

Job Reference: 234441

Closing date: Midnight Sunday 4th January 2026

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