Catering Assistant

Priory Hospital Newbury

£14,026 per annum

Part Time - 20 Hours

Priory Hospital Newbury is seeking a Catering Assistant to join the team. This role is offered on a Part Time basis working 20 hours per week over 2 amount of days.

This role will be worked on alternate weekends, one week it will be 2 x 10 hour shifts during the week the following week will be 2 x 10 hour shifts on the weekend.

Priory Hospital Newbury, Berkshire is a level 2 rehabilitation service supporting adult males with mental health needs, working towards community reintegration. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes nearby including services to Reading and Basingstoke, and nearby train stations providing links into London.

Responsibilities

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.

You will support the catering operation by assisting with basic food preparation and maintaining high standards of food hygiene.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Skills

Essential for the role

• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Understanding of fundamental food hygiene principles
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Ability to follow food hygiene and safety procedures

The following experience would be beneficial

• Previous experience working in a catering environment
• Previous experience in food preparation or kitchen support roles

Benefits

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.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - your birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• 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.