Hospital Ward Catering Assistant - Weekends

2gether Support Solutions is a Facilities and Estates services company providing support to healthcare professionals caring for over 2000 patients daily across multiple East Kent hospital sites. 2gether provides vital services including maintenance, cleaning, catering, procurement, logistics and much more.

The Role:

Ward Catering Assistants are the lifeblood of the NHS and an integral part of the team, providing high levels of patient service, cleaning, and catering support within clinical areas. Previous customer service or catering experience would be an advantage.

You will provide essential support in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of the hospital wards and delivering high-quality catering services to patients, ensuring a comfortable and safe environment.

This is a permanent, part time position, based at QEQM Hospital, Margate, working Saturday & Sunday 7am - 3pm.

Main duties:

• Carry out housekeeping duties, cleaning, catering and patient services
• Respond promptly to patient requests and needs regarding catering and housekeeping services.
• Comply with the Trust infection and control policies, COSHH, Health and Safety and other statutory legislation
• Take patients’ meal orders, Prepare and distribute meals and beverages to patients according to dietary requirements.
• Clean and sanitise patient rooms, bathrooms, and common areas to high standards.
• Ensure cleanliness and proper storage of catering equipment and utensils.
• Assist in managing food stock, including receiving deliveries and maintaining inventory.

The Person:

The role requires excellent communication skills, motivation and strong customer service skills. The role has a real impact on the patient experience and focuses on providing exemplary services.

A proficient level of reading, verbal, and written English is required for this role to ensure effective communication and job performance.

Why work with us?

• Generous annual leave allowance plus the opportunity to buy or sell leave
• Company Pension
• Onsite childcare facilities
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistant Programme with Health Assured

We offer discounts and savings that make a difference to you including:

• Discounted travel, accommodation, airport parking, holidays, skiing and travel extras
• Subsidised bus pass
• Health and beauty, gifts, toys, fashion and entertainment
• Training and development opportunities

Social values are at the core of 2gether Support Solutions. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that truly represents our local communities. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage and support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and beyond, ensuring equal opportunities for all.