Cheswold Park Hospital
Dining Room Assistant/Cook
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Job Summary
We are looking to recruit hardworking, enthusiastic individuals to join our Catering Team based in the Central Production Unit and Dining Room at Kendray Hospital. 1 x 20 hour post on a rota basis, this includes weekends and bank holidays.
The successful post holders will be required to provide a safe, nutritious, and exciting meal service to service users, staff, and visitors. You will also participate in the preparation of functions and special events, no two events are the same which will provide you with a challenge and diversity in the job role.
Responsibilities will include the preparation and cooking of mouth-watering dishes using fresh ingredients to the required standards, you must possess a true passion for food.
Catering, food safety, cleanliness, and hygiene in healthcare environments is paramount, therefore we are looking to appoint staff who are ambitious, motivated, and take pride in the work they do. You will be responsible for cleaning duties, this is to ensure a safe, efficient workplace and environment for all. You will adhere to the NHS cleaning standards.
The post holder will be required to work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment and you will be able to use your initiative to prioritise and organise daily duties. You will maintain a professional approach and comply with all relevant policies and procedures.
Staff uniform will be provided.
Main duties of the job
- You will be part of a team that provides safe and nutritious meal service to service users, staff, and visitors.
- All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.
- At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, we are unable to sponsor anyone for a skilled worker visa for this role.
- We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.
About Us
We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health, and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees, and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.
Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families, and carers.
We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.
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Being a foundation Trust means we are accountable to our members, who can have a say in how we are run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.
Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical, and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.
We do reserve the right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.
Details
- Date posted: 30 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 2
- Salary: £25,272 a year pro rata
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: C9378-QA01475A
- Job locations: Kendray Hospital, Doncaster Road, Barnsley, S Yorkshire, S70 3RD, United Kingdom
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary
To provide a safe and nutritious meal service to patients, staff, and visitors, participate in the preparation of functions and special events.
JOB DIMENSIONS
- Responsible for handling cash.
Key Result Areas:
- To prepare meals for patients, staff, and visitors to the required standard whilst adhering to Food Hygiene General Regulations 1995.
- To work as part of a team and assist in developing the catering services to reach its full potential.
- At the discretion of the Catering Supervisor to undertake duties in other areas of the department to ensure the smooth running of the service.
- As and when required to work on other Trust sites to ensure the smooth running of the Trust wide catering services.
- To develop personal skills to assist in the achievement of departmental objectives.
- To lend guidance where applicable.
- Identify and act on problems.
- To handle cash and clear away post meal times, whilst observing food hygiene regulations and health and safety.
- Ensure the dining room maintains required hygiene standards, working with cleaning schedules and procedures.
- Provide an efficient service for meetings, working lunches, and various functions.
For Full Job Description, Please See Attached Supporting Documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Key Result Areas:
- To prepare meals for patients, staff, and visitors to the required standard whilst adhering to Food Hygiene General Regulations 1995.
- To work as part of a team and assist in developing the catering services to reach its full potential.
- At the discretion of the Catering Supervisor to undertake duties in other areas of the department to ensure the smooth running of the service.
- As and when required to work on other Trust sites to ensure the smooth running of the Trust wide catering services.
- To develop personal skills to assist in the achievement of departmental objectives.
- To lend guidance where applicable.
- Identify and act on problems.
- To handle cash and clear away post meal times, whilst observing food hygiene regulations and health and safety.
- Ensure the dining room maintains required hygiene standards, working with cleaning schedules and procedures.
- Provide an efficient service for meetings, working lunches, and various functions.
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For Full Job Description, Please See Attached Supporting Documents.
We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.
Person Specification
Physical Attributes
Essential
- Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).
Special Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Ability to work as a team member and use own initiative.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise own workload.
- Ability to communicate well with colleagues, Trust staff, and patients.
- Working knowledge of HACCP System.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Flexible attitude to working arrangements.
- Friendly outgoing personality.
- Available to work in different locations.
Qualifications
Essential
- 706/1 & 2 or equivalent NVQ grade (or commitment to work towards).
- Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate or working towards.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable catering experience.
- Relevant experience of team working.
- Experience of dealing with customers.
Desirable
- Experience in till operation.
Employer details
Employer name
South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Kendray Hospital
Doncaster Road
Barnsley
S Yorkshire
S70 3RD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.southwestyorkshire.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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