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Are you looking for flexible work that fits around your life while still making a real difference every day? Were looking for a caring, reliable, and enthusiastic Bank Catering Assistant to join our friendly catering team at Practice Plus Group.
As a valued member of our Bank team, youll step in to support our hospitals catering service when needed helping us provide nutritious meals and great customer service to our patients, visitors, and colleagues. Youll enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that suit your schedule while gaining valuable experience in a welcoming and professional environment.
Main duties of the job
As our Bank Catering Assistant, youll:
- Help prepare and serve meals to patients, visitors, and staff while ensuring all dietary needs are met.
- Maintain a clean, hygienic, and safe kitchen environment in line with food hygiene regulations.
- Support the smooth running of meal services from plating food to restocking supplies and washing up.
- Serve meals and refreshments with a friendly, caring attitude, making patients feel valued and comfortable.
- Accurately record patient meal choices and intake, escalating any concerns to clinical teams.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to deliver excellent service and uphold high standards.
Every day will be different but your contribution will always matter. Youll help ensure that everyone in our care receives the nourishment, comfort, and attention they deserve.
About us
To thrive in this role, youll bring:
- A warm, positive attitude and a genuine desire to help others.
- Great teamwork and communication skills.
- Basic food hygiene knowledge (training can be provided if needed).
- The flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.
- Previous experience in catering, hospitality, or healthcare (desirable but not essential).
What you can expect in return:
- An hourly rate of £12.72
- Work within our friendly and professional team
To apply for the role, click on the link below. If you have any questions, contact sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com in our friendly resourcing team.
Applications will be processed at the time of application, Practice Plus Group therefore reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date for that reason it is encouraged that you do not delay in your application.
Our employment offers are subject to receipt of satisfactory pre-employment checks. At Practice Plus Group, we actively promote diversity and equal opportunities.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Details
- Date posted: 01 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Other
- Salary: £12.72 an hour
- Contract: Bank
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 14532
- Job locations: Old Wells Road, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4LP, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
For more information, request a copy of the full job description from sarah.melder@practiceplusgroup.com
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- previous customer service experience (experience in catering or healthcare is a bonus, but not essential),
- Understands or is willing to learn about food hygiene and health & safety requirements.
- Communicates well, follows instructions, and works effectively in a team.
- Brings a positive, adaptable, and caring attitude to their work.
- Is flexible and happy to work a variety of shifts as part of our Bank team
Desirable
- previous customer service experience (experience in catering or healthcare is a bonus, but not essential),
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This advert is for Bank Catering Assistant with Practice Plus Group in London, South East, England. It is listed as a Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £12.72 an hour. The contract type is Bank. The application deadline is 31 Jul 2026.
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