# Catering Assistant at Priorygroup

> Location unclear · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/pinpoint%3Apriorygroup%3A617052 (read 2026-11-10).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Priorygroup](https://alderhq.app/companies/priorygroup)
- Location text: Kemple View, Lancashire
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Location unclear (evidence: "Location: Kemple View, Lancashire")
- Posted: 2026-11-10 (0 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-10 · last verified: 2026-11-10
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://jobs.priorygroup.com/en/postings/357d7515-62cd-4bc1-9d30-260a775a5af9

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: £26k–£26k per year (from the listing's pay field)

## Description (the employer's text)

Priory Hospital Kemple View

£26,300 per annum

Full Time - 37.5 hours per week

Priory Hospital Kemple View has an opportunity for aCatering Assistant to join our team.

Located in Blackburn, Lancashire, Priory Hospital Kemple View is a 90-bedded hospital, offering level 2 rehabilitation, and secure services, for adult males. We can support people with a mental health condition and/or a personality disorder.

### 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.

- Assist with the preparation and cooking of meals, following Priory’s Assured Safe Catering policies and procedures.
- Support the day-to-day running of the kitchen, taking responsibility for delegated tasks within the catering operation.
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness, hygiene and food safety across the kitchen and associated areas.
- Adapt catering services to meet the needs of the site while helping to minimise food waste and ensure value for money.
- Use catering equipment safely and appropriately, maintaining accurate records in line with company guidelines.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.

### Skills

Essential for the role

- Basic literacy and numeracy skills.
- An understanding of basic food hygiene.
- Ability to follow instructions and work in line with food safety procedures
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Good communication skills when dealing with colleagues and residents.
The following experience would be beneficial

- The following experience would be beneficia
- Previous experience working in a catering or kitchen environment.
- Experience with basic food preparation and cooking.
- Knowledge of kitchen hygiene, cleaning and food safety standards.
- Experience using catering equipment.
- Experience working in a busy environment and managing routine tasks.
Please note: Previous catering experience is not essential, as full training is provided.

### 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.

- 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.

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