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Catering Assistant

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Location
Salary
£25,694 - £27,900
Profession
Estates and facilities
Grade
Band 2
Deadline
03 Oct 2025
Contract Type
Permanent
Posted Date
19 Sep 2025

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

CATERING SERVICES

FACILITIES

Catering Assistant, Band 2

29.6 hrs

Royal Victoria Hospital

Salary Scale: £25,694 - £27,900 per annum pro rata

  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?
  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?
  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?
  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?
  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?
  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Catering Assistant to work within the kitchen at Royal Victoria Hospital. We are looking for a team member to join our department. You will be responsible for delivering the highest standard of Catering Service within the hospital to patients, staff and visitors whilst maintaining a clean, safe working environment. This post includes cleaning equipment which is a physically demanding job. Previous work in a catering environment is preferable, but training will be provided.

You must have the ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative, follow instructions and possess good communication skills. You must also be able to respond constructively to unpredictable situations and able to cope under pressure.

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Informal enquiries to –

Paul Morgans, Assistant Catering Manager, tel – 01382 660111, ext 26314

Email – Paul.morgans@nhs.scot

Fiona Kimmet, NHST Patient Catering Manager, tel-01382 632765,

email – fiona.kimmet@nhs.scot

The working hours for this post are 29.6 hours per week to be discussed at interview. Shifts are predominantly evenings (7pm finish) with weekends included on a rota basis. Enhancements are paid for weekend work.

This post does not meet Home Office Guidelines for Sponsorship/Skilled Worker Visa.

Please note the salary scale for this post is pro rata for part time hours

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

CATERING SERVICES

FACILITIES

Catering Assistant, Band 2

29.6 hrs

Royal Victoria Hospital

Salary Scale: £25,694 - £27,900 per annum pro rata

  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?
  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?
  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?
  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?
  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?
  • Are you looking for a more fulfilling role? A better work life balance?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Catering Assistant to work within the kitchen at Royal Victoria Hospital. We are looking for a team member to join our department. You will be responsible for delivering the highest standard of Catering Service within the hospital to patients, staff and visitors whilst maintaining a clean, safe working environment. This post includes cleaning equipment which is a physically demanding job. Previous work in a catering environment is preferable, but training will be provided.

You must have the ability to work as part of a team or on your own initiative, follow instructions and possess good communication skills. You must also be able to respond constructively to unpredictable situations and able to cope under pressure.

You will be required to achieve the mandatory Induction standards for Healthcare Support Workers in Scotland and to comply with the Code of Conduct throughout your employment.

Informal enquiries to –

Paul Morgans, Assistant Catering Manager, tel – 01382 660111, ext 26314

Email – Paul.morgans@nhs.scot

Fiona Kimmet, NHST Patient Catering Manager, tel-01382 632765,

email – fiona.kimmet@nhs.scot

The working hours for this post are 29.6 hours per week to be discussed at interview. Shifts are predominantly evenings (7pm finish) with weekends included on a rota basis. Enhancements are paid for weekend work.

This post does not meet Home Office Guidelines for Sponsorship/Skilled Worker Visa.

Please note the salary scale for this post is pro rata for part time hours

Short-listed applicants will be contacted by email. Please check your emails regularly, including your junk/spam folder.

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