Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant

• Department: Site Support Roles
• Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Burton Park

• Compensation: £24,638 / year

Description

Are you looking for a new and exciting opportunity to be part of something special? Priory is recruiting an Administrator to join our team , a brand-new nurse-led residential service supporting individuals with complex mental health needs.

This is a full-time role working 37.5 hours per week.

What You'Ll Be Doing

You’ll be part of a dedicated and compassionate team, all working together to ensure the smooth running of the hospital and to support the wellbeing of our patients. While your role doesn’t involve providing direct care, your contribution is vital in helping to maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for everyone. Whether you're assisting with day-to-day operations, keeping things organised, or ensuring our spaces are well looked after, your support plays an important part in creating a positive experience for those who live and work here.

• Assist with the preparation and serving of meals to patients, staff, and visitors, ensuring dietary requirements and hygiene standards are strictly followed.
• Support the catering team in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Help with the delivery and collection of food trays to patient wards, ensuring timely and accurate service.
• Monitor stock levels and assist with inventory management, including receiving and storing deliveries properly.
• Provide friendly and efficient customer service, responding to patient and staff requests with professionalism and care.

You can find additional information in the attached job description. 

What You'Ll Bring To The Role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
 
The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a catering or food service role, preferably within a healthcare or hospitality setting. A good understanding of food hygiene and safety practices is essential, with relevant certifications (e.g., Food Hygiene Level 2) being advantageous. Strong communication skills, reliability, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment are important. The role requires a caring attitude, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and customer service.

What We Will Give You In Return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us. 

• 28 days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.