Catering Assistant

Job Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

• 37.5 hours per week / 5 days in 7
• £12.71 per hour + Sodexo Benefits
• Location is Priory Hospital Southampton

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Job Introduction

This job puts good food on the table.

As a Catering Assistant at Sodexo in Priory Hospital Southampton, 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:

• Assist with the setup and serving of hot and cold meals from counters and steam tables.
• Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment and work areas to maintain hygiene standards.
• Follow recipes and product instructions to ensure meal consistency and quality.
• Break down and clean stations at the end of meal service.

What you bring:

• A passion for delivering tasty, nutritious food with care.
• A friendly, professional attitude and respect for patients, visitors, and colleagues.
• Basic food handling knowledge and hygiene awareness.
• The ability to stay on your feet and work efficiently during busy service periods.

What we offer:

• 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.

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We may close this advert early if we receive a high number of applications - so don't wait!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds, experiences and identities. We encourage employees to participate in our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed to changing attitudes towards disability and ensuring disabled people have the opportunity to meet their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

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