Dining Room Assistant

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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

diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being

a foundation Trust means were accountable to our

members, who can have a say in how were 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 to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted

12 October 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-QA01525

Job locations

Kendray Hospital

Doncaster Road

Barnsley

S Yorkshire

S70 3RD

United Kingdom

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.

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.

Person Specification

Physical Attributes

Essential

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

Person Specification

Physical Attributes

Essential

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)

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)

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.

Physical Attributes

Essential

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