Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant

Department: Site Support Roles

Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time

Location: Priory Hospital Woking

Compensation: £10,520 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Woking is looking to recruit a Catering Assistant to join the team. This is a part time 15 hours role based on site.

What you'll be doing

You'll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn't involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• To support the provision of the catering operation, assisting with basic food preparation and hygiene.
• Assists catering staff with both preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company's Assured Safe Catering policies and procedures.
• Under direction, takes responsibility for parts of the catering operation.
• Ensures the kitchen and associated areas meet operational hygiene standards and comply with the company's Assured Safe Catering policies and procedures.
• Amends the services to suit the needs of the site.
• Reduces the amount of waste to gain a greater value for money.

What you'll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

The ideal candidate will possess basic numeracy and literacy skills, along with an understanding and appreciation of fundamental food hygiene principles. While previous experience in a catering environment is not essential, a willingness to learn is important, as full training will be provided to support success in the role.

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses