Hospital Catering Assistant: Patient Service & Hygiene

OCS Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company in Preston is seeking a General Catering Assistant to ensure high-quality service delivery in a healthcare environment. The role involves preparing food and beverages for patients, maintaining hygiene standards, and providing effective customer service. Applicants should have good communication skills and practical food handling experience. This position requires flexibility to work shifts, including nights and weekends, and offers a supportive work atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Must have right to work in the UK.
• An enhanced DBS will be completed for the successful candidate.
• Desirable food hygiene certificate and health & safety training qualification.

Responsibilities

• Ensure prompt and courteous service to patients and clients.
• Maintain health and safety and hygiene standards.
• Prepare sandwiches, salads, and beverages.
• Receive, check, sort and store supplier products.
• Keep the work area and kitchen clean and tidy.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Willingness to work shifts

Practical food handling experience

Understanding of HACCP

Understanding of COSHH

Education

Food hygiene certificate

Health & safety training qualification

Job description

A leading facilities management company in Preston is seeking a General Catering Assistant to ensure high-quality service delivery in a healthcare environment. The role involves preparing food and beverages for patients, maintaining hygiene standards, and providing effective customer service. Applicants should have good communication skills and practical food handling experience. This position requires flexibility to work shifts, including nights and weekends, and offers a supportive work atmosphere.