Catering Admin Support

Overview

Catering Admin Support role at Alderney Hospital, Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust. This is a full-time post of 37.5 hours per week over 5 days. The closing date for applications is 20 October 2025.

Main duties

Working within the rota, you will need to be able to do minute taking and work on cloud-based systems.

Requirements and duties at a glance

This post requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service can present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Working arrangements

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week over 5 days. The post holder will be required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. A full clean driving licence is required.

Visa and right to work

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is not available. Ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role, please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please contact

Person Specification Knowledge, skills and training

• Educated to NVQ level 3, City and Guilds including level 3 food hygiene practices or equivalent level of training/experience of working at a similar level in a specialist area
• Understanding of health and safety procedures, HACCP, COSHH
• Experience of menu planning
• Understanding of therapeutic diets

Job Specific Experience

• A clear understanding of financial resources.
• Experience in spreadsheets and word documents
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a professional approach in manner and appearance.
• Experience of working with or within the NHS in an equivalent or similar role.

Personal Qualities/Attributes

• High level of drive, self-motivation and energy to see tasks and projects through to conclusion
• Proven ability to achieve results both autonomously and as part of a team, line manager available for reference

Driving

• full clean driving licence

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust