Job Title: Ward Catering Assistant
Trust: Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge, Torquay TQ2 7AA
Pay rate: Band 2 - £12.21 per hour Monday– Friday, £17.22 per hour on Saturdays and £22.34 on Sundays
Rota and Hours: Mondays – Sundays, with the below shifts available on rota basis

7AM – 1PM & 12 MIDDAY – 6PM SHIFTS AVAILABLE.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust are seeking dedicated and experienced Catering Assistants to work on our Wards at Torbay Hospital. You will play a vital role in ensuring that patients receive nutritious and appetising meals, tailored to their dietary requirements. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the well-being of patients while working in a friendly and supportive environment. This physically demanding role requires you to be on your feet for long periods and working efficiently in a busy environment.

• Assisting in the preparation and delivery of meals to patients on the ward.
• Ensuring meals are served at the correct temperature and according to individual dietary needs.
• Collecting used trays and maintaining cleanliness in the ward catering areas.
• Communicating with patients to ensure their dietary preferences and requirements are met.
• Following food hygiene, health and safety, and infection control procedures.
• Working collaboratively with nursing staff and the wider catering team to deliver excellent service.