Catering Assistant | Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 05 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £24,465 per annum |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 04 February 2026 |
| Location: | Leighton Cheshire, CW1 4QJ |
| Company: | Mid Cheshire Hospitals |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7619887/412-EF-7619887 |
Summary
To work as a member of the Catering team and ensure that the provision of Catering Services to patients, visitors and staff is of the highest standard and quality.To ensure that Food Hygiene standards are adhered to and all necessary statutory requirements are met at all times
Ensure observance of Food Hygiene Legislation, Health and Safety Regulations andsafe practices and procedures general. To maintain a high level of cleanliness and hygiene as set out in the departmental Catering Policy and the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Policy.To understand and practice good food hygiene practices in accordance with food hygiene regulations.To assist in Food preparation and the service of both patient’s, staff and visitors in both kitchen and retail outlets . Acting courteously and, ensuring all meals reach the Trust’s standards of service and presentation within both patient and retail services.To correctly dispose of all waste streams e.g. food, cardboard, etc. following the instructions given by Supervisors/ Lead Chef regarding storage or disposal.Ensuring all crockery is clean and checked to the standards as determined by the policy and standard. To work within the retail units as and when required. The safe distribution of patient meals, meeting time deadlines to provide protected mealtimes. Support, maintain and encourage effective communication, and confidentiality of information. Carry out work in compliance with agreed Health and Safety standards. Ensure compliance with Trust policies, procedures, and guidelines for self-others, taking action/alerting senior management team if practice appears to contravene policy, or if concerned about any aspect of patient care.
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.
Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area’s largest employers.
Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.
As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we’re reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on ourHealthier Futures website.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Ensure observance of Food Hygiene Legislation, Health and Safety Regulations andsafe practices and procedures general. To maintain a high level of cleanliness and hygiene as set out in the departmental Catering Policy and the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Policy. To understand and practice good food hygiene practices in accordance with food hygiene regulations. To assist in Food preparation and the service of both patient’s, staff and visitors in both kitchen and retail outlets . Acting courteously and, ensuring all meals reach the Trust’s standards of service and presentation within both patient and retail services. To correctly dispose of all waste streams e.g. food, cardboard, etc. following the instructions given by Supervisors/ Lead Chef regarding storage or disposal. Ensuring all crockery is clean and checked to the standards as determined by the policy and standard. To work within the retail units as and when required. The safe distribution of patient meals, meeting time deadlines to provide protected mealtimes. Support, maintain and encourage effective communication, and confidentiality of information. Carry out work in compliance with agreed Health and Safety standards. Ensure compliance with Trust policies, procedures, and guidelines for self-others, taking action/alerting senior management team if practice appears to contravene policy, or if concerned about any aspect of patient care. Ensure a healthy, safe, and secure working environment, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate documentation, and reporting any concerns. Take responsibility for own learning and development by recognising and taking advantage of all opportunities to learn, including full participation in KSF/appraisal, supervision, action learning and by maintaining a professional/personal portfolio of learning. Mentornew members of staff, ensuring they meet the standards required by the Trust for the service we deliver.
This advert closes on Monday 19 Jan 2026