Catering Assistant - CPK Part time

Catering Assistant - CPK - (Part time)

Closing date:
08 July 2026
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We are looking for a motivated individual to join the Catering department at University Hospitals Dorset, working within the Central Production kitchen. This demanding role requires good physical fitness, flexibility, and strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities:

• Package and label patient meals.
• Perform general cleaning duties.
• Assist in the production kitchen as needed.
• Work in a cold environment, using provided cold‑weather clothing.

The role is part-time, 21 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 8am and 5pm, with flexibility in start/finish times.

Location:

Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

Qualifications:

• Good standard of Education (GCSEs Grade D or above).
• Basic Food Hygiene.
• Awareness of relevant training upgrades (e.g., Allergen information).

Experience:

• Prior work experience within the catering industry.
• Prior experience in food handling.

Knowledge:

• Good general understanding of food safety regulations.

Personal

Skills:

• Identify opportunities for improvements within your area of responsibility.
• Openness to change and ability to respond to improve performance.
• Ability to work in a cold environment.
• Proven reliability.

Other

Skills:

• Willingness to be flexible in working hours and able to work on weekends.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check:
This position requires a DBS check as per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act, Exceptions Order 1975.

Salary: £25,272 a year (pro rata if part time).

Employer:

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust.