Job overview
An opportunity has arisen for a Hospitality Assistant to work at Corby Community Hospital. The Post holder will be a part of a multi-disciplined team whose main task is to undertake general Facilities Domestic & Catering duties, removal of waste, communicating with ward and hotel services staff, maintaining strict confidentiality and being focused on maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for our staff, patients and visitors, and preparing, cooking and serving patient meals.
Hours: 15 hours per week.
Shift pattern: Monday to Friday 16.00-19.00. Hours may be subject to change.
Main duties of the job
Some of the main duties of this job include:
- To provide a high-quality hospitality service to wards, departments, clinics and health centres in a way that is conducive to patient care ensuring legislative and operational policies are adhered to.
- To undertake all cleaning tasks by following the cleaning specifications and by using the appropriate equipment and materials.
- To prepare, assemble and cook food items for patient meal services
- The Hospitality Assistant should work closely with other staff to ensure a safe and pleasant environment is provided for patients, staff and visitors.
- To carry out all aspects of floor maintenance i.e. mopping & to always display “wet floor” warning cones when necessary and remove once floor areas are dry.
- Regular removal of waste ensuring the correct use of bags and labelling procedures and ensuring that bags are disposed of in the correct waste bins in designated areas.
- To use all chemicals/cleaning agents in a safe and economical manner and in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
- To use machinery in a correct and safe manner and as per instructions/training and to ensure that all equipment is maintained and stored in a clean, tidy and safe condition.
- Undertake deep clean, clinical clean, admission and infection cleans as required by infection control procedure including removal, laundering, and hanging of curtains.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the ‘About You’ Section of the document.
Person specification
Knowledge
Essential
- General education including literacy and numeracy
- An understanding of the importance of health and safety
- An understanding of the importance of hygiene
Desirable
- Experience in a similar role or industry
Understanding
Essential
- Understanding of written & verbal instruction
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This advert is for Hospitality Assistant with Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in Kettering, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 2 Healthcare support worker role. The advertised salary is £25,272 P/A pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Jul 2026.
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