Patient Catering Assistant - GGH | University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust


Company:	University Hospitals of Leicester
Salary:	£25,272 per annum
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Leicester, LE3 9QP
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	24 Jul 2026
Closing date:	23 Aug 2026

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Summary

The role of the Patient Catering Assistant is to carry out

duties within the chilled production and wash up areas in the

main kitchen as required. Providing a high standard patient

meal service, in a professional and responsive manner,

meeting the needs of the patients. Preparation and regeneration of Meals at ward level on a daily basis.

Working as part of a Team to include Ward Staff to provide all Patient Meals in a timely manner within Food Safety guidelines.

UHL provides Breakfast, Lunch & Supper to over 1800 patients per day. Which includes Snacks, Beverages & Special Dietary requirements.

Observing;

Trust policies and processes

Food Safety Management Systems

Local processes

Food Safety Policies

• Transporting the Patient Meals from the Catering Department to the Ward for evening meal service, checking arrival temperatures.

Cooking the meals on the Ward using microwaves, using a probes and wipes and completing the Food Safety paperwork

Checking that each patient has received a Meal, which could include taking an order, collecting the items and continue cooking until Ward is complete

Cleaning of the Ward Kitchen after service

Returning the used crockery and cutlery to the Catering Department and Washing up, using an industrial dishwasher

Recording and disposing of all food waste

Departmental Cleaning, which includes dismantling the Dishwasher and reassembling.

Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,

• being a great place to work,

• partnerships for impact, and

• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,

• we are proud,

• we are inclusive, and

• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:

http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/

Visiting Wards and collecting meal orders directly from patients using an electronic collation system (SAFFRON) by the means of a hand-held tablet

Delivering meals to wards/departments via trolleys, Regen Ovens and in Cam carts in the set time frame for the patient meal service. Collection of dirty and used cutlery in/on trolleys or Cam Carts in a timely manner.

Completing meal service at ward level

Minimal food preparation as required in the main production kitchen.

Working in the wash up area of the kitchen, using a machine dish wash and also manually washing up when required.

Able to accurately record and monitor temperatures to required frequencies.

Ensuring that foods are checked for suitability for special diets.

Reporting any faults or defects of equipment or kitchen area to your supervisor, ensuring that any equipment is taken out of use and labelled do not use.

Picking and packing and preparation of patient meal trays for meal service, adhering to Trust Food Safety Management Policies and Procedures at all times when required. Working within chilled areas and in wet environments.

Responsibility for ensuring the high standards of cleanliness is maintained throughout the work area adhering to Trust policies and procedures.

To carry out cleaning tasks, both specific and generic, to prescribed work schedules for designated areas, in line with Trust policies and procedures.

To adhere to Trust Infection Control Prevention and Control of Substances Hazard to Health (COSHH) policies in carrying out cleaning tasks.

To adhere to the Trust colour coding system to prevent cross infection.

Ensuring the correct and economical use of materials and cleaning chemicals seeking advice from the Team Lead if in any doubt.

To remove and dispose of food, cardboard, and household waste adhering to Waste regulations and Trust policies and procedures.

Ensure all equipment is cleaned after use and stored securely. Ensure all cleaning products are stored securely.

Report to your Team Lead any incidents, accidents, mishaps.

Preparing meal trays and regeneration of patient meals at ward level adhering to Trust food safety management policies and procedures at all times

Recording meal temperatures prior to service delivery Responsibility for the ward kitchen/regeneration area ensuring high standards of cleanliness are maintained

This advert closes on Sunday 9 Aug 2026

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