Catering Assistant Hospital

£38.7k per annum

From 4 April 2024, overseas workers requiring a general Skilled Worker Visa (such as data analysts, IT and finance professionals, etc.) sponsored by an NHS organisation will need to meet the new salary threshold of £38,700. Additionally, applications to the Health and Care Visa route for occupations paid by NHS bands on the immigration salary will need to meet the national pay scale or the new minimum salary threshold of £23,200, whichever is higher.

Please check that the role you wish to apply for meets the sponsorship requirements before applying.

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We are recruiting a Catering Assistant to work in our Catering Department at Ludlow Community Hospital. We seek a reliable, motivated, and flexible individual with good communication and interpersonal skills, suited to the hospital environment, committed to providing high-quality catering services, and able to work as part of a team.

We offer flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance, equal opportunities, and provide uniform and full training.

Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received. We advise early application to avoid disappointment. The role involves maintaining high standards of cleaning, wash-up duties, and sandwich preparation within the catering department.

• Wash-up duties, including using the dishwasher.
• Preparation of tea/coffee trolleys for meetings.
• Preparation of sandwiches, vegetables, etc.
• Assisting with deliveries and storing items.
• Maintaining high standards of PPE, COSHH, SCHT guidelines, etc.
• Ensuring cleanliness of staff dining areas.

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust values fairness, equity, and diversity. We provide visa sponsorship to applicants who require a visa to work in the UK, provided the role meets Home Office requirements.

We serve community-based health services across Shropshire, Telford, and Wrekin, including district nursing, health visiting, community hospitals, and specialized community care.

We encourage feedback from patients, carers, and the public to improve our services. Visit the 'Have Your Say' section on our website to learn how you can contribute.

Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust offers diverse employment opportunities and promotes a positive work environment. We welcome applications from all community sectors, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or religious beliefs, aiming for a balanced and supportive workplace.

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