Catering Assistant (Bank)
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Job Summary
Are you passionate about making a difference every day Why not join our caring Catering team as a Bank Catering Assistant where you will help make a real difference to patients their loved ones staff and volunteers by providing excellent service and support when its needed most.
This is a flexible bank role supporting our catering service across the hospice helping to maintain a welcoming safe and hygienic environment for everyone we care for.
Job Details:
- Location: St Peter & St James Hospice BN8 4ED
- Salary: 12.71 - 12.87 per hour (equivalent to 24856 - 25168 per annum full-time equivalent)
- Working Hours: Bank / adhoc hours to cover service needs sickness and annual leave
- Shifts: Typically 10:30am 4:30pm Monday to Sunday (flexibility to cover a range of shifts is desirable)
- Contract Type: Bank (casual)
- Closing Date: Applications will be reviewed as they are received early applications are encouraged
What youll do:
- Assist with basic food preparation and support meal service.
- Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen and dining environment.
- Complete daily cleaning tasks in line with food safety and hygiene standards.
- Provide a friendly professional and helpful service to patients visitors and colleagues.
What were looking for:
- A reliable team player with good communication skills.
- Previous catering experience and Food Hygiene Level 2 certification are desirable but not essential (training can be provided).
- A caring flexible approach and willingness to support the team on an asneeded basis.
What we offer:
- A flexible role where you can make a meaningful difference.
- Supportive colleagues and a positive team environment.
- The opportunity to work for an organisation that truly cares.
Apply today to join our compassionate Catering team and help us continue to provide outstanding care and support through every meal we serve.
Please find the full job description and person specification at the bottom of the page.
If you have any questions about the role or require any additional support or reasonable adjustments please contactNicky Brown Catering Manager by emailing
The Organisation
St Peter & St James Hospice is a leading provider of specialist palliative and end of life care for our Mid-Sussex community. People affected by life-limiting illness are central to everything we do and it is our mission to ensure they receive the best possible care in the right place at the right time. Our services are free of charge and can be accessed at home in a care setting or at the Hospice in North Chailey.
We achieve our goals through the organisations talented people by attracting retaining and developing a highly skilled diverse and engaged workforce. Over 150 employees and 400 volunteers work in a variety of roles across our Clinical Services Retail and Support Functions.
If youre looking to put your skills to use in an organisation that makes a difference for its local community and values Compassion Integrity Accountability Excellence and Inclusivity then click Apply Now!
The Benefits
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The Values
- Innovation
We are creative and fearless in our work.
- Accountability
We take ownership of our work and lead from the front.
- Teamwork
We collaborate widely and build supportive environments.
27 days holiday
Company sick pay scheme
Enhanced maternity/adoption pay
Monthly occupational health clinics
Leadership development programme
20% discount in our charity shops
Our people
- Vrishali Pawar
- People Services Assistant
If you have the appetite to develop your skills you are encouraged and empowered to learn and grow within the organisation.
- Jon Anderson
- Community Clinical Nurse Specialist
Being a part of someones end of life care and supporting their loved ones through their grieving process is a real privilege.
- Victoria Webber &
Wendy Agate - Relationship Fundraisers
Every pound raised for our hospice brings comfort and dignity to those facing lifes most challenging moments making every effort deeply meaningful.
- Andrea Sutton
- Data & Admin Team Officer
Helping to change peoples perception of specialist palliative and end of life care by sharing how we support patients and their loved ones is a privilege.
- Gavin Carby & James Dickens
- Facilities Manager & Maintenance Technician
We love that we get discounts in our shops and can benefit from the Blue Light Card like NHS workers do.
- Maddie Lewis
- Retail Manager
Its great to know that each day is an opportunity to make a difference for our local community.
Our people are our strength. We value diversity and inclusion so encourage applications from everyone regardless of race national origin sex gender identity and/or expression sexual orientation religion disability or age.
Please ensure you have your own means of transport as the hospice is not accessible by bus and is located on a main road without public footpath. Our precise location can be found here: you have any questions about this vacancy or require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process please contact us on .
Please note we may shortlist and interview candidates as applications are received. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory results from pre-employment checks (right to work references Occupational Health and DBS if applicable).
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Required Experience:
Junior IC
