Catering Assistant - Bradford Hospice

Job summary

Were recruiting Catering Assistants to join our friendly Facilities Team at our Outstanding CQC-rated hospice in Bradford.

Main duties of the job

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive team, helping to provide high-quality catering services for patients, families, visitors and colleagues. As a Catering Assistant, youll play an important role in ensuring meals and refreshments are prepared, served and delivered with care, compassion and attention to detail.

Youll be working in a meaningful environment where every contribution makes a difference, supporting the smooth running of the hospice and helping to create a welcoming experience for everyone who comes through our doors.

About us

Marie Curie is the UKs leading end-of-life charity and the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care. We are proud to be the only provider delivering care and support across all four nations, helping people living with terminal illness and their families access the support they need, when they need it most.

Through our hospices, community nursing services, information and support, we are here for people affected by dying, death and bereavement. Our pioneering research continues to shape what good end-of-life care looks like, while our campaigns push for a future where everyone can experience the best possible quality of life, right to the end.

Details

• Date posted: 03 September 2026
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 2
• Salary: £25,272 a year pro rata + enhancements
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Part-time
• Reference number: MC00788
• Job locations: Marie Curie Hospice, Maudsley Street,, Bradford, Yorkshire, BD3 9LE, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Salary: Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, aligned with AFC Band 2 £25,272 pro rata per annum + enhancements

Hours/Contract: 3 days per week including weekends and bank holidays 6.25 hours per day (18.75 hours per week) between 7.30 am to 6 pm

Contract Type: Permanent

Based: Bradford Hospice

Closing date:10th September 2026

Interview date: TBC

The Marie Curie Bradford Hospice offers exceptional care in a welcoming environment for patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones. Our Cafe operates daily from 8 am 10 am and 12 noon 2 pm Monday to Friday, providing a variety of refreshments, light snacks, and meals for patients, visitors, staff, and volunteers.

As a member of our catering team, reporting to the Head Chef, you will assist in the daily provision of all catering services at the Hospice. Your role will be crucial in maintaining our level 5 food hygiene rating and our commitment to delivering consistently high-quality food service.

You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen, performing general kitchen duties, food preparation, and cooking simple meals under the direction of the Head Chef or Chef. Flexibility, a well-presented appearance, and strong organisational skills are essential.

What were looking for:

• Knowledge and practice of all food hygiene regulations (as outlined in the Food Safety Manual)
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Excellent communication skills
• Awareness of health and safety issues in the workplace
• Experience or knowledge of working in a catering department or kitchen
• Ability to maintain a clean, tidy, safe, and hygienic environment

What's in it for you:

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata)
• Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
• Continuous Professional development
• Industry leading training programmes
• Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work
• Defined contribution schemes for Pension
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme
• Life assurance for all employees

To apply, please upload your most recent CV demonstrating, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.

This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.

At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone staff and volunteers alike supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at recruitment@mariecurie.org.uk.

Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you your experience, perspective and voice.