Catering Assistant
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Bolton Hospice Catering Assistant
The closing date is 15 November 2026
Job summary
We are welcoming applicants to join our permanent Catering team. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and experienced Catering Assistant to provide operational cover at the weekends within the hospice kitchen, as part of our Facilities team.
Main duties of the job
Working in a busy hospice environment, the role will support the effective running of our Catering service on a Saturday and Sunday 8am - 2pm. Our Catering Assistants provide a high standard of catering to patients, staff and visitors to the hospice. Duties would include assisting in the preparation of food, whilst ensuring the food preparation areas and equipment are kept clean.
We are looking for someone with experience of working within a catering environment, ideally with experience in a clinical or care home setting. Hold a Level 2 Food Safety certificate (or be willing to gain this qualification on appointment). You must be able to work well in a team and have good interpersonal and communication skills, along with a non-judgmental and empathetic approach. Flexibility, high personal standards and a commitment to the vision and values of Bolton Hospice are essential.
About us
You will be working within a friendly and committed team, based within our charity shops and the main Hospice site. You will be supported to develop and implement your own ideas to make a positive impact on income and the customer experience. We offer our employees an attractive benefits package, including 35 days annual leave including bank holidays, rising to 40 days with long service (pro rata for part-time), generously enhanced maternity package, contributory pension scheme, life assurance, free parking, healthcare cash plan, subsidised meals, option to apply for Blue Light Card and excellent training opportunities. We also offer continuity of service from the NHS with respect to pension and holiday allowance.
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£8,355 a year (WTE £27,851)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
B0057-26-0018
Job locations
Queens Park Street
Bolton
BL1 4QT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work unsupervised, in line with hygiene regulations throughout shift.
To have a responsible attitude towards the duties required.
To have an understanding attitude to patients and their relatives, visitors and volunteers in the hospice setting.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work unsupervised, in line with hygiene regulations throughout shift.
To have a responsible attitude towards the duties required.
To have an understanding attitude to patients and their relatives, visitors and volunteers in the hospice setting.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic food hygiene certificate
- Allergen training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the food industry
- Preparing and serving fresh food.
Desirable
- Customer Care
- Health care setting
Other
Essential
- Positive approach to work
- Punctual, reliable and flexible
- A commitment to the vision and values of Bolton Hospice
Desirable
- Wear uniform provided, ensuring it is clean and tidy and observing good hygiene standards at all times.
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to use own initiative within the confines of the role
- Able to prioritise own workload and work well under pressure
- Able to work within set guidelines, policies and procedures
- Basic computer skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic food hygiene certificate
- Allergen training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the food industry
- Preparing and serving fresh food.
Desirable
- Customer Care
- Health care setting
Other
Essential
- Positive approach to work
- Punctual, reliable and flexible
- A commitment to the vision and values of Bolton Hospice
Desirable
- Wear uniform provided, ensuring it is clean and tidy and observing good hygiene standards at all times.
Skills
Essential
- Good interpersonal skills
- Able to use own initiative within the confines of the role
- Able to prioritise own workload and work well under pressure
- Able to work within set guidelines, policies and procedures
- Basic computer skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Bolton Hospice
Address
Queens Park Street
Bolton
BL1 4QT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Bolton Hospice
Address
Queens Park Street
Bolton
BL1 4QT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.boltonhospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
HR Department
01204663066
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£8,355 a year (WTE £27,851)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
B0057-26-0018
Job locations
Queens Park Street
Bolton
BL1 4QT
United Kingdom
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