# Catering Assistant Part time > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Elysium Healthcare. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/catering-assistant-part-time/53d7209b-79ca-4ae4-91a4-5cff265ac075 - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/catering-assistant-part-time/53d7209b-79ca-4ae4-91a4-5cff265ac075.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Elysium Healthcare - **Town:** Borehamwood - **Region:** East of England - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Estates and facilities - **Salary:** £25,564.50 a year - **Contract type:** Permanent - **Employment type:** Full-time - **Closing date:** 2026-07-29T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-07-01T15:17:19.687Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/E0132-26-1362?employerCode=E0132 - **Application URL:** https://www.applygateway.com/apply?JobId=1522369704&supplierId=153&utm_campaign=NHSJobs&utm_source=supplier ## Job Content ### Job summary Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society? If so, join Three Valleys Hospital a service for people with complex mental health issues in a safe and supportive environment.as a Part time Catering Assistant, where you will be working 22.5 hours a week with an established and dedicated kitchen team. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. Theres a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly. Its a calm and pleasurable working environment, where youll be able to manage your workload and your career. Theres huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. ### Main duties of the job As a Catering Assistant at Three Valleys Hospital, you will assist catering staff with meal preparation and cooking according to the company's policies and procedures. You'll serve food and beverages to service users, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation, ensuring cleanliness and correct storage of equipment and furniture, and ensuring kitchen hygiene standards. The role involves liaising with the wider team, including dietitians, regarding dietary and planned meals. This part-time role requires you to work 22.5 hours a week. ### About us Elysium Healthcare has over 8,000 employees and operates over 80 services across England and Wales, offering treatment in areas such as Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care, a global network operating in 10 countries with over 86,000 employees worldwide. The organisation is committed to inclusive recruitment and expects all staff to promote the welfare of service users. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment and is a Disability Confident employer. ### Details - Date posted: 01 July 2026 - Pay scheme: Other - Salary: £25,564.50 a year - Contract: Permanent - Working pattern: Full-time - Reference number: 1522369704 - Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Keighley, BD20 6TU, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society? If so, join Three Valleys Hospital a service forpeople with complex mental health issues in a safe and supportive environment.as a Part time Catering Assistant, where you will be working 22.5 hours a week with an established and dedicated kitchen team. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. There’s a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly. It’s a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you’ll be able to manage your workload and your career. There’s huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Catering Assistant you will be: - Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures. - Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverages. - Maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation. - Ensuring that all areas, equipment and furniture are cleaned and stored correctly. - As part of the catering team, ensuring the kitchen and associated areas meet operational hygiene standards and comply with the company’s policies and procedures. - Liaising with the wider team, including dietitians regarding dietary and planned meals To be successful in this role, you'll need: - Relevant Catering Qualification (Desirable) - Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP - Experience of working within similar role. - Basic numeracy and literacy skills. Where you will be working: Location:2 Burley Court, Steeton, Keighley, West Yorkshire , BD20 6TU Join the multidisciplinary team at Three Valleys Hospital, care for people with complex mental health issues in a safe and supportive environment. There are a range of services across five wards – including a specialist dementia service - where you’ll gain experience working with gender-specific distinct rehabilitation and step-down services. All 43 bedrooms have en-suite facilities, and the communal areas are spacious with a warm, homely feel. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: - Annual base salary of £25,564.50 Pro Rata - The equivalent of 33 days annual leave Pro Rata (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. - Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals - Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! - Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance - Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts - Life Assurance, for added peace of mind - Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. - 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be - Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time - Pension contribution, to help secure your future - Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure ## Job Details Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society? If so, join Three Valleys Hospital a service for people with complex mental health issues in a safe and supportive environment.as a Part time Catering Assistant, where you will be working 22.5 hours a week with an established and dedicated kitchen team. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. Theres a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly. Its a calm and pleasurable working environment, where youll be able to manage your workload and your career. Theres huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. ## Job Description As a Catering Assistant at Three Valleys Hospital, you will assist catering staff with meal preparation and cooking according to the company's policies and procedures. You'll serve food and beverages to service users, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities include maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation, ensuring cleanliness and correct storage of equipment and furniture, and ensuring kitchen hygiene standards. The role involves liaising with the wider team, including dietitians, regarding dietary and planned meals. This part-time role requires you to work 22.5 hours a week. ## Responsibilities Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society? If so, join Three Valleys Hospital a service forpeople with complex mental health issues in a safe and supportive environment.as a Part time Catering Assistant, where you will be working 22.5 hours a week with an established and dedicated kitchen team. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. There’s a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly. It’s a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you’ll be able to manage your workload and your career. There’s huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Catering Assistant you will be: Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures. Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverages. Maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation. Ensuring that all areas, equipment and furniture are cleaned and stored correctly. As part of the catering team, ensuring the kitchen and associated areas meet operational hygiene standards and comply with the company’s policies and procedures. Liaising with the wider team, including dietitians regarding dietary and planned meals To be successful in this role, you'll need: Relevant Catering Qualification (Desirable) Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP Experience of working within similar role. Basic numeracy and literacy skills. Where you will be working: Location:2 Burley Court, Steeton, Keighley, West Yorkshire , BD20 6TU Join the multidisciplinary team at Three Valleys Hospital, care for people with complex mental health issues in a safe and supportive environment. There are a range of services across five wards – including a specialist dementia service - where you’ll gain experience working with gender-specific distinct rehabilitation and step-down services. All 43 bedrooms have en-suite facilities, and the communal areas are spacious with a warm, homely feel. What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Annual base salary of £25,564.50 Pro Rata The equivalent of 33 days annual leave Pro Rata (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure ## Person Specification ### Qualifications **Essential** - Relevant Catering Qualification (Desirable), Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP, Experience of working within similar role, Basic numeracy and literacy skills. ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.