# Catering Assistant

> NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

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## Summary

- **Status:** Live
- **Employer:** Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- **Town:** Warrington
- **Region:** North West
- **Country:** England
- **Profession:** Estates and facilities
- **Grade:** Band 2
- **Salary:** £25,272 Pro rata per annum
- **Contract type:** Permanent
- **Employment type:** Part time - 14.5 hours per week
- **Closing date:** 2026-07-29T23:59:00.000Z
- **Posted:** 2026-07-07T09:52:27.466Z
- **Source information URL:** https://www.healthjobsuk.com/job/UK/Cheshire/Runcorn/North_Cheshire_Mersey_NHS_Foundation_Trust/Catering_Assistant/Catering_Assistant-v8066996
- **Application URL:** https://apps.trac.jobs/job-advert/8066996?ShowJobAdvert=&feedid=9002
- **Employer website:** https://www.whh.nhs.uk

## Job Content

### Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, enthusiastic Catering Assistant to work in our Catering Team at Halton Hospital.

The successful candidate should have experience in large scale Catering environment and excellent communication skills. The ability to work to a high standard is essential. Enthusiasm and flexibility are required, and a good knowledge of good hygiene is also essential.  Hours are to be worked:

Week 1:  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday:  10.00am - 2.15pm

Week 2:  Wednesday: 10.00am - 2.15pm, Saturday: 8.00am - 1.00pm,                                 Sunday:  10.30am - 2.30pm

Please note that this role is not eligible for a Certificate of Sponsorship if you require this to maintain / apply for a Visa to work in the UK.

### Main duties of the job

The postholder will be responsible for serving the patients their evening meal by bulk delivery system. To carry out dishwashing duties, cleaning of equipment and cleaning the kitchen and associated areas.

Responsible for maintaining high standards of food safety. Reporting any equipment faults or Health and Safety issues to the Supervisor as and when they may arise.  To adhere to Trust Policies.

### Detailed job description and main responsibilities

***For a full list of roles and responsibilities please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification***

## Person Specification

### Experience

**Essential**

- Experience working in a Catering environment

### Qualifications

**Essential**

- Good General Education, Level 2 Food Safety Certificate, Must have an NVQ in Catering

### Physical skills

**Essential**

- Must be able to use a computer

### Specific role requirements

**Essential**

- Must be physically fit, Flexible and reliable, be an effective communicator. Maintain a clean and tidy appearance

### Skills, knowlege and competencies

**Essential**

- Must be able to work on own initiative, prioritizing tasks. Excellent customer care skills. be aware of HACCP principles and COSHH

**Desirable**

- Be able to use a cash register and card machine

## Documents

- [specification (pdf, 56.5kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10357953)
- [ncm staff benefits (pdf, 3.1mb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?edoc=2892)
- [jd catering assistant (pdf, 696.3kb)](https://www.healthjobsuk.com/documents?vdoc=10357952)

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