Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant 

We are looking for an enthusiastic catering assistant to join our highly motivated, supportive and friendly catering team. This is a wonderful opportunity to join our dedicated team who provide meals to staff, visitors, families and palliative care inpatients at this critical time in their life, when it matters most.

Hours: 28 hours per week (over 7 days Monday – Sunday) 

What is the role? 

You will be responsible for assisting the chefs with the day to day running of the kitchen, including the preparation and delivery of food for patients, their families, staff and visitors within the hospice and associated buildings, ensuring a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene and quality at all times.

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with the preparation and serving of food.
• Liaising with in-patients and day care on a daily basis to get their menu choice advising as necessary on special requirements and dietary needs, and nutrition.
• Responsible for the preparation and cooking of some meals
• Washing up and ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene

In addition, you will support the senior chefs to deliver the catering requirements for key events which include ‘Light up a Life’/ Garden Fete / AGM / scheme openings / fundraising events.

The successful applicant will be able to provide outstanding catering support to our inpatient unit. The Prospect Hospice is passionate and supportive and you’ll be helping to create a warm and comfortable experience for our patients, their families, visitors and staff. We are looking for someone who loves being part of a strong team environment. This is a great place to develop your skills.

About you: 

• Successful track record within the catering sector in a similar role.
• Positive oral communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, visitors, patients and staff.
• Displays a can-do attitude and a positive approach to learning in the role.
• Self-motivated and able to complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, supporting others to deliver their tasks.
• Food prep experience is desirable but not essential as training can be provided.

Please see the job description for full details and person specification.

Informal visits or calls are very welcome, please contact Carl Golding, Catering Manager on 07843 127373.

Why join Prospect Hospice 

• A meaningful role where you work truly makes a difference
• Opportunities for learning and development
• Supportive, values-driven culture
• Flexible working options (where possible)
• 27 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
• Generous contributory pension scheme and life assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support, discounts including Blue Light Card
• Free parking on-site

How to apply 

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your suitability for the role and why you’d like to work with us.

Catering Assistant – Job Description

Interviews will be held on 13 & 14 April 2026

DBS Check 

This role requires a DBS check. We consider all disclosures fairly, in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order).

Equality & Diversity 

Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Safeguarding 

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. As part of our SAFER recruitment process, offers of employment will be subject to thorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks and verification of qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

We will review applications as they come in and may close the vacancy before the closing date.