Catering Assistant

Main area Catering Grade NHS AfC:
Band 2 Contract Fixed term: 6 months (5 Days over 7 between the hours 07:00-19:00) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (5 over 7 days between hours 07:00-19:00 including some weekends) Job
-SDX-7777532*

Employer Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Manchester Foundation Trust, Oxford Road Town Manchester Salary £24,465 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 12/03/2026 23:59

You will act as a key member of the back of house catering team to assist the organisation in providing patients, staff and visitors with high quality person centred and safe catering service. You will assist with the preparation of food and contributing to the operation and cleanliness of kitchens and associated equipment whilst supporting the production, portioning, distribution and services of meals and snacks.

You will provide a high standard of service in accordance with the contract specification as directed the line manager and ensure that all foods are produced and served in a safe and hygienic manner at all times.

• Decanting and preparation of food in accordance with portion control guidelines. The post holder may be required to use the kitchen equipment and machinery as required, including freezers, knives, floor scrubbing machines, food service trolley, and ovens.
• Provide and maintain a high standard of customer care at all times whilst on duty.
• Maintain a high standard of personal hygiene in accordance with company policy and the
• Workload will be determined by daily requirements, and post-holder may be required to use initiative in order to prioritise tasks and responsibilities.
• Arrive in time for duty, adhering to Sodexo uniform requirements and clocking in prior to commencing your shift. Post holders are required to wear their identity badge with a current photograph on at all times.

Main Assignments of Role

• Ensuring food deliveries are picked and packed correctly in accordance with agreed practices.
• Ensure stock control and rotation procedures are maintained. Checking expiry dates on food and disposing of any food exceeding use by date. Store goods correctly and use stock on a rotational basis.
• Working in temperature-controlled environments (i.e. fridges, freezers) up to
  -18 degrees Celsius.
• Maintain kitchen and working area cleanliness and hygiene.
• Ensure a prompt removal of packaging and food waste to designated areas.
• Follow all cleaning schedules as required.
• Refer to COSHH data sheets where appropriate.

Additional General Responsibilities

• While on duty staff are to wear only Sodexo uniform and tidy state at all times, you must always have a clean, spare tabard/apron at work with you in case of spillages.
• At times you may be required to go and work in other catering areas to assist with the cover of annual leave and sickness.
• At times post holders may be required to carry out reasonable additional duties connected to their employment, as directed by their supervisor or line manager.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Good level of customer care.
• Basic Food Hygiene Level 2 (desirable).
• Experience of working in a catering environment (desirable).
• Good understanding of health and safety and manual handling practices.

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe, a great place to start or grow your career. With 10 hospitals and a wide range of community services, we care for over 1 million people every year, and our team of over 30,000 people is at the heart of everything we do.

You’ll be working alongside colleagues from all backgrounds, supporting people from every walk of life, and learning something new every day. We believe that everyone should feel welcome, respected, and valued  can bring your whole self to MFT, knowing that your unique perspective and experiences are celebrated here.

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