Hospital Catering Assistant – Flexible Hours & Growth

North Cumbria Integrated Care; Workington; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider based in Workington is looking for a Catering Assistant to join their busy catering department at the West Cumberland Hospital. The successful applicant will work 28 hours per week on a flexible rota, handling food preparation and safety tasks, and serving meals to staff and patients. This physically demanding role requires teamwork and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment. Competitive benefits and opportunities for development are available.

Benefits

27-day holiday scheme

NHS discounts

Competitive NHS pension scheme

Flexible working scheme

Qualifications

• Must be able to work effectively both alone and as part of a team.
• Physically demanding role with the ability to stand for most of the shift.

Responsibilities

• Take temperatures of food and plate meals for patients.
• Wash crockery and cutlery in an industrial dishwasher.
• Report faults and handle customer complaints.
• Assist with food preparation and cleaning in the Catering Department.

Skills

Ability to work alone

Effective teamwork

Physical fitness

Ability to work in hot and cold environments

Customer service skills

Job description

A healthcare provider based in Workington is looking for a Catering Assistant to join their busy catering department at the West Cumberland Hospital. The successful applicant will work 28 hours per week on a flexible rota, handling food preparation and safety tasks, and serving meals to staff and patients. This physically demanding role requires teamwork and the ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment. Competitive benefits and opportunities for development are available.