Dining Room Assistant / Cook - #188432

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. 2 x 20 hour posts 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.

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

28 May 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9378-QA01475

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.
  
  

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
  
  

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
  
  

Essential

• 706/1 & 2 or equivalent NVQ grade (or commitment to work towards)
• Level 3 Food Hygiene Certificate or working towards
  
  

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)