Job requirements
Essential
3 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Ability to follow instruction, training, process and procedure
- Experience
To have worked in a service/customer environment
- Qualifications
Basic numeracy and literacy
Desirable
3 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Skills
Understanding of COSHH & Risk Assessments
- Experience
Experience of Working within an NHS environment
- Qualifications
Food Hygiene Certification
Job overview
At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Catering Team at County Hospital Stafford. Working with an experienced team you will be delivering Fresh Food to our patients and visitors.
This position benefits from enhanced pay due to some working hours being during weekends. The rota is as follows
Week 1 – Wed 11.00-14.30, Thu 07.00-14.30, Fri 09.00-17.00
Week 2 – Tues 11.00-14.30, Wed 11.00-14.30, Thu 11.00-14.30, Fri 09.00-17.00, Sat 11.30-19.30, Sun 11.30-19.30
Primary duties will include the presentation and service of meals to patients, supporting the restaurant meal services and general hygiene duties throughout the department
The individual will need to be adaptable, hardworking and be a self-motivated individual to meet the team and operational goals.
Main duties of the job
We are seeking a dedicated and reliable Catering Service Assistant to join our team at Stafford County Hospital. This part-time position involves working in a busy hospital environment, ensuring that high standards of food service are maintained across various wards and departments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Preparing and serving meals to patients, staff, and visitors in accordance with dietary requirements and health & safety standards.
- Assisting with the preparation and organisation of food items, ensuring compliance with NHS guidelines.
- Ensuring cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen and dining areas, including washing up and sanitising surfaces.
- Taking and recording meal orders from patients, considering any specific dietary needs.
- Delivering food to wards in a timely manner, ensuring it is served at the correct temperature.
- Managing and replenishing stock levels, ensuring that all food items are stored correctly.
- Liaising with healthcare staff to ensure that patients’ dietary requirements are met.
For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information on this vacancy, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification or contact the Hiring Manager
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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This advert is for Facilities Catering Support Assistant with University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stafford, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Estates and facilities role. The advertised salary is £25,272 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 27 Oct 2026.
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