Catering AssistantNHS

Job summary

Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society? If so, join Rhodes Wood Hospital a service for young people with Eating Disorder conditions, where you will be working 37.5 hours a week with an established and dedicated kitchen team. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. Theres a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly. Its a calm and pleasurable working environment, where youll be able to manage your workload and your career. Theres huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals. As a Catering Assistant you will be: Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accord

Main duties of the job

As a Catering Assistant at Rhodes Wood Hospital, you will have the opportunity to work within a healthcare setting dedicated to helping young people with Eating Disorder conditions. Working 37.5 hours a week, you will report to the Head Chef and support the kitchen team with meal preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and managing deliveries. The role offers a combination of culinary tasks and social interaction, providing a work environment that is both calm and rewarding. Elysium Healthcare offers a wide range of developmental courses to support your career growth. Your responsibilities will include meal preparation and cooking, serving food and beverages, maintaining storage and stock rotation, and ensuring hygiene compliance with company policies. Additionally, you'll work with dietitians to cater to specific dietary needs. Relevant catering qualifications are desirable, and knowledge of COSHH and HACCP is required. Experience in similar roles is beneficial, and basic numeracy and literacy skills are necessary.

Job description

Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society?

If so, join Rhodes Wood Hospital a service for young people with Eating Disorder conditions, where you will be working 37.5 hours a week with an established and dedicated kitchen team.

Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. There’s a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly.

It’s a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you’ll be able to manage your workload and your career. There’s huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

As a Catering Assistant you will be:

• Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures.
• Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverages.
• Maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation.
• Ensuring that all areas, equipment and furniture are cleaned and stored correctly.
• As part of the catering team, ensuring the kitchen and associated areas meet operational hygiene standards and comply with the company’s policies and procedures.
• Liaising with the wider team, including dietitians regarding dietary and planned meals

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• Relevant Catering Qualification (Desirable)
• Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP
• Experience of working within similar role.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

Where you will be working:

Location:  Rhodes Wood Hospital. Shepherds Way, Hatfield AL9 6NN

Join the team at Rhodes Wood Hospital providing care for children and young people aged 8-18 years with eating disorders who require residential care, working on tailored treatment programmes designed for the individual needs of each young person.

There is also an on-site Ofsted Registered school to support young people continue with their education while in hospital. Rhodes Wood Hospital is located on the outskirts of Hatfield, which is easily reachable by car.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £25,565
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free meals and parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure

About us

Elysium Healthcare is a leading provider of mental health and care services, employing over 8,000 staff across more than 80 services in England and Wales. Their unique approach to care includes services for Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education. As part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium has a global reach, extending across 10 countries and employing over 86,000 people worldwide. The company is committed to inclusive recruitment, serving as a Disability Confident employer. Elysium emphasizes the importance of staff safety and welfare, requiring DBS disclosure for all roles. At Rhodes Wood Hospital, Elysium offers residential care for children and young people with eating disorders, providing tailored treatment programs and educational support through an on-site Ofsted Registered school. The company supports staff development with a comprehensive training and career development package, promoting a healthy work-life balance through their extensive rewards and benefits platform.