Food Service Assistant | Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust - Tunbridge Wells
£25,272 per annum pro rata
PermanentPart time
Are you passionate about providing excellent customer service? Do you enjoy working as part of a busy team in a role where your work directly supports patient care? We are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Food Service Assistants to join our dedicated Catering Team at Tunbridge Wells Hospital. Every meal served plays an important role in a patient's experience and recovery, and you'll be a vital part of delivering a high-quality service to patients, visitors and staff. The role involves being an integrated part of the Catering team providing Food and beverage services to the patients and maintaining the highest standard of cleaning to food preparation areas at ward level, ensuring at all times the highest degree of cleanliness, safety and care. We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and flexible individuals who take pride in their work, enjoy working as part of a team and are committed to delivering excellent service. You will need a positive attitude, good communication skills and a willingness to follow procedures and maintain high standards in a busy environment. The Food Service Assistant team are responsible for providing all patient food from breakfast through to lunch and supper. Full training and the opportunity to gain qualifications is provided; however experienced candidates are also encouraged to apply. Therefore, if you have experience of working in a busy catering environment and have demonstrable experience of working autonomously, along with being a confident communicator, why not consider joining our team? • Assisting with the preparation and service of meals for patients, staff and visitors. • Ensuring food is handled, stored and served in accordance with food hygiene and safety procedures. • Maintaining high standards of cleanliness within kitchens, pantries, dining areas and food service areas. • Cleaning catering equipment, utensils, crockery and work surfaces. • Monitoring, rotating and storing stock correctly, and reporting any wastage. • Receiving deliveries and assisting with stock checks and stock control processes. • Completing documentation including temperature records, cleaning • schedules and other departmental records.Reporting equipment faults, hazards, incidents and near misses in a timely manner. • Supporting compliance with health and safety, infection prevention and control, and departmental procedures. • Working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure an efficient and reliable catering service. • Providing excellent customer service and contributing to a positive patient experience. Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second-best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey. We are a large acute hospital trust in south-east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex.With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offerspecialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre. Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day-care beds, diagnostic services (X-ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms. Looking for flexible working? We are a flexible working-friendly organisation. Whether it’s adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs. Click here to hear what our staff say. Joining us includes a comprehensive benefits package: • At least 27 days of annual leaveplus public/bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff). • Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits • Blue Light card eligibility • And more,additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below We’ve provided all the details you need about this role in the job description and person specification. Please take a moment to review the criteria in the person specification and share specific examples in your application that demonstrate how you meet these requirements. Please also check your application for errors/omissions prior to submission. Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check at Standard Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children) All successful applicants will be required to complete our corporate trust induction once a start date had been agreed. Please note: This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship. In line with the UK Immigration Rules and Home Office Sponsorship Guidance, employers may only sponsor individuals for roles that meet strict eligibility, salary, and compliance requirements. Where a role does not meet these criteria, organisations are prohibited from assigning a Certificate of Sponsorship. Applicants must therefore already hold a valid immigration status and ongoing right to work in the UK in order to be considered. This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Nov 2026
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Food Production Assistant | Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts - Nottingham
£25,272 Per annum
PermanentFull time
The post-holder will be responsible for providing a catering and cleaning service within the Central Production Kitchen (CPU) and outlying catering outlets. The post-holder will assist with the production of all meals with the Central Production Kitchen (CPU) and other outlying catering units within the department. The post-holder will also be required to provide a catering service in accordance with the Food Safety Regulations and Food Hygiene Regulations. The post holder will have their main base of work on either campus, City Hospital, Queen’s Medical Centre or Ropewalk House however there may be occasions to cover another area. Amongst other tasks, the post holder will be required to ebsure: Food Safetyprocedure adherence and recording HACCP data; receiving, quality checking and storing deliveries; monitoring and exercising stock rotation. Food Productionpreparation according to standard recipes; support food production tp the catering team; portioning of foods; sealing, labelling, chilling and blast freezing of food; be aware of patient special dietary requirements and that these are followed. Food Service Preparationby receiving / unloading / cleaning / storage of meal trolleys; loading of meal trolleys in preparation for each meal service; delivering food to wards and departments as required. Cleaningis provided to a high standard in the CPU and other catering units (walls, floors, doors, surfaces, gullies / drains, fixtures and fittings; perform deep cleaning tasks as required; replenishing of cleaning materials; reporting any maintenance issues; emptying of bins and disposal of boxes and waste; use wet scrub machinery; stripping and cleaning of slicing machinery; use and clean deep fat machine as required. With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career! We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH. Please refer to the job description and person specification attached to the advert for the full details. This advert closes on Sunday 1 Nov 2026
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Food Services Assistant | Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts - Nottingham
£25,272 Per annum pro rata
PermanentPart time
We require proactive and hardworking staff to work as part of a team within Catering Services. The role involves being an integrated part of the ward team providing Food and beverage services to the patients and maintaining the highest standard of cleaning to food preparation areas at ward level, ensuring at all times the highest degree of cleanliness, safety and care. In addition to the below summary , you need to familiarise yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert. Food Service experience is desirable though full training will be given. Responsibilities will include Food and Beverage services to patients at ward level and daily cleaning tasks such as hard floors, equipment such as dishwashers, fixtures and fittings Replenishment of disposable commodities, i.e., soap, gel and hand towels as required and the removal of waste from ward kitchens to designated collection points. With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career! We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH. Our organisation is driven by our strategic objectives and organisational values and we look for people who are strongly aligned with them. Our Team is tight knit and work well together. A subsidised staff restaurant is available on site which is open 7am-11pm 7 days a week. Annual Leave starts at 27 days a year plus bank holidays. There are also a number of staff discounts via NHS Discounts website. CATERING Service Duties Inform patients about the Hospital’s food offer and the procedure for any ad-hoc requests and help them to make an informed choice from the range of foods and beverages. Order food using the hospital’s electronic ordering devices. Liaise with nurses, caterers and dieticians to ensure patients food, nutrition/clinical needs and preferences are identified and met. Identify patients not eating sufficiently to the Nurse in Charge. Ensure appropriate feedback is given on the patient’s food service experience e.g. quality, quantity and choice. Provide information to the next food service assistant who is on duty using the guidelines provided to ensure a seamless service. Store food in accordance with manufactured guidelines and food safety legislation. Offer patients a choice of hot & cold beverages, as and when required a minimum of 5 times a day. Ensure a regular supply of fresh water is provided to each patient throughout the day. Serve the patients their choice and portion size of main dish, vegetables and accompaniments in an appealing and appetising way. Offer second portions if required. Ensure patients with special dietary requirements receive the appropriate food following liaison with the dietician or nurse. Identify appropriate meal choices to meet patient’s needs/preferences. Movement of food to wards/RDU as required adhering to food safety legislation. Maintain adequate stock levels to meet the needs of the patient e.g. milk, bread, tea, coffee, cereal, and preserves. Identify shortages of crockery and cutlery to the Facilities Team Leader. Ensure an appropriate supply of crockery and cutlery is available. Ensure efficient and safe use of cleaning equipment. Prepare the patients eating environment (day room/bedside table) to the standards stipulated in the ward manual according to where the patient wishes to eat, to ensure a relaxed environment. Clear cutlery/crockery and clean dayroom/bedside table following service promptly. Clean all surfaces and equipment in the kitchen according to the daily cleaning schedule. Carry out daily and weekly cleaning tasks as directed through the cleaning schedules and complete the required paperwork. This advert closes on Sunday 8 Nov 2026
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Seasonal Retail Assistant - M&S Simply Food
Moto Hospitality - Chippenham
PermanentPart time
Retail Assistant - £12.90 per hourAddress: Leigh Delamere Services, M4, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 6LBAre you ready to be our next M&S Simply Food Retail Assistant?Here at moto we’re looking for enthusiastic, friendly people looking to get stuck in and join our awesome team, delivering M&S Simply Food’s handy range quality food items and exceptional customer service as we transform the UK’s rest stop experience.What we offer our Retail Assistants:Up to 1 week’s discretionary bonus pay per year paid just in time for ChristmasUp to 55% colleague discount across our franchise partner brandsEnhanced benefits, including, sick pay, enhanced family friend benefits and life assuranceFantastic development opportunities including funded qualificationsWeekly PayWhat you’ll be doing as a Retail Assistant:Greeting customers with a warm and friendly welcomeProcessing orders and requests in a timely and efficient mannerDelivering our brand standards to a level our customers have come to expectResolving challenges and enquiries with a customer centric mindsetReceiving deliveries and replenishing displays to provide maximum product availabilityEnsuring your workspace and store is kept clean, tidy and welcomingWorking with colleagues to deliver a culture of togetherness and teamworkLeaving our customers with a memorable experience worth coming back forHelping prepare the store, ready for the following days tradeWhat we’re looking for in you:We’re looking for someone who can effortlessly switch gears—thriving in fast-paced, high-energy environments while staying equally focused and productive in quieter, more independent settings. This role requires a dynamic individual who brings calm to the chaos and momentum to the lulls, ensuring consistent performance no matter the pace. If you're adaptable, self-motivated, and ready to tackle whatever the day brings, we want to hear from you.What we value:We don’t just hire a person, we hire real life individuals, as a business we value equality, diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds and experiences, we’re also leading the way in further developing a workplace where you can thrive, contribute and be your authentic self.Working for moto is truly amazing, but don’t just take our word for it, we’ve been recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work in 2024 and 2025!We offer flexible working arrangements, including options to adjust your hours, work compressed schedules, or follow a fixed shift pattern to support your work–life balance.Disclaimers:*Hourly rates of pay may differ for under 18’s*Please note this role internally is known as Customer Service Assistant*Annual bonus scheme is equivalent to work week’s salary based on average hours worked over a defined period.INDLP
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Teacher of Health and Food Technology - Smithycroft Secondary School - GLA16090
GLASGOW CITY COUNCIL AND ARMS LENGTH ORGANISATION - Glasgow
£36,159 to £54,453 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Job Description Can you make a difference to the future lives of Glasgow's children? Here is an opportunity you will not want to miss in Glasgow. We will support you to inspire the learning of our children and young people. In addition to the range of teaching and other duties outlined in the job specification we are looking for individuals who enjoy working collegiately with colleagues and who have a firm commitment to improving the outcomes for Glasgow's young people. Membership of the Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme will be essential on taking up appointment along with GTCS Registration. Please note successful candidates for the above position will be required to pay for their PVG Membership/or Scheme Checks. These posts are excepted under Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exclusions and Exceptions) (Scotland) Order 2013 (as amended). Application Packs We want everyone to be able to apply. If you need the Application Pack in another format, like Braille, large print, or another language, please call us on 0141 287 1054. If we need to post it to you, we’ll send it by second-class mail within three working days. Please allow enough time to complete and return your application before the closing date. If you think you might need more time because of accessibility needs, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help. There are also a number of Accessibility Tools compatible with the myjobscotland website which may assist you with your application. More information on these can be found at https://myjobscotland.gov.uk/accessibility-statement. Further Information For further information about working for us please refer to our website Working for us GCC HR Policies
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Sales Executive – Food Machinery - Suffolk - £38,000–£45,000 + Commission + Company Car
Agricultural Recruitment Specialists - Suffolk, Anglia
£38,000 to £45,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Sales Executive Sales Executive – Food Machinery - Suffolk - £38,000–£45,000 + Commission + Company Car The Job: We are recruiting for an experienced Sales Executive to join an established business within the food processing machinery sector. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a proven track record of selling capital equipment into the food industry, who enjoys developing customer relationships, identifying new opportunities and selling technical solutions. Key Responsibilities - Identify and develop new business opportunities across the food manufacturing sector - Manage and grow existing customer accounts and relationships - Sell capital equipment and machinery to food manufacturing businesses - Build strong relationships with customers and key decision-makers - Understand customer requirements and identify appropriate equipment solutions - Prepare quotations and manage customers through the sales process - Work closely with internal technical and engineering teams - Manage the sales pipeline and work towards agreed sales targets - Attend customer meetings, site visits and relevant industry events. The Company: An established business specialising in food processing machinery and capital equipment, providing technical equipment and solutions to customers within the food manufacturing sector. The Candidate: - Previous experience selling capital equipment specifically into the food industry is essential - Strong understanding of food processing or food manufacturing environments - Proven B2B sales and business development experience - Confident selling technical products and equipment - Strong communication and relationship-building skills - Commercially driven, proactive and confident engaging with customers at all levels - Able to develop new business while maintaining strong existing customer relationships The Package: - Salary £38,000–£45,000 basic DOE - Commission scheme - Company car - Opportunity to develop within a specialist and growing food processing machinery business - Opportunity to build relationships with established food manufacturing businesses and develop new business Please email your CV to Charlotte Levent, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, CLevent@agriRS.co.uk. Candidate Requirements All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest opportunities from Agricultural Recruitment Specialists by registering at www.agriRS.com and following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X. About Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Agricultural Recruitment Specialists is a market-leading, specialist recruitment partner connecting top talent with leading organisations across the agriculture, farming, food and fresh produce, horticulture, environmental, and rural sectors. Why Work With Us? With deep industry knowledge and an extensive global network, we are uniquely positioned to connect high-calibre professionals with forward-thinking organisations. Our consultative approach ensures we deliver not just candidates, but long-term value. Get in Touch Visit www.agriRS.com or speak to our specialist team on +44 (0)1905 345 155 to find out more. Connecting outstanding talent with leading organisations worldwide.
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LGV Class 1 Food Grade Tanker Driver - Trafford Park, Manchester
Turners (Soham) Ltd - Manchester
On-sitePermanentFull time
Turners (Soham) Ltd is seeking to recruit LGV Class 1 food grade tanker weekend shift Drivers to be based at our Manchester depot at Trafford Park Shifts available: Thursday to Monday, Friday to Tuesday shifts nights out will be required As a professional driver you will be required to demonstrate skill, professionalism, and excellent customer service. Working for our Food Grade Division you will develop close working relationships with your planning and training team, alongside other drivers and staff members in a close-knit organisation that strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for all. The haulage industry is one of varying hours and timings and will require potential candidates to be flexible in their approach to start and finish times. Shift lengths do vary but you will be expected to comply with the Tachograph & Working Time Directive regulations at all times. As a large and ever-expanding company, Turners can take on new drivers with limited experience. All we ask is you are willing and keen to learn, growing our driving group with knowledgeable and competent members. We are always keen to take on experienced drivers and recognize the knowledge and strengths you can bring to the organisation. Successful applicants MUST have the following: • Full HGV Class 1 (C + E) licence • Driver CPC & Tacho Card • Tanker experience (preferred) but not essential (No test drives can take place without these documents and Minimum PPE of Safety Boots) Benefits: • Driving Style Bonus • Overtime Available • Weekly Paid • Company Uniform • Tax-free allowances • Modern well-maintained fleet • Company contributory pension scheme • Paid CPC training during employment (Terms apply – Dependant on Expiry Date of Current DQC) If you are a motivated and professional Class 1 Driver looking for a secure position within a respected and growing company, we would love to hear from you. recruitment@turners-distribution.com
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School Support Assistant Health,Food and Technologies - The Royal High School - 17009_1792668400
The City of Edinburgh Council - Edinburgh
£26,806 to £27,032 a year
On-sitePermanentPart time
School Support Assistant - Health, Food and Technologies The Royal High School Salary: £26,806-£27,032 (pro rata for part time and sessional) Hours: 25 per week, 39 weeks sessional We are looking for a new School Support Assistant to join Health and Wellbeing department at The Royal High school. The Royal High School is one of the oldest schools in Scotland. It has a strong sense of history but prides itself on being very much a school of innovation. It is a non-denominational, 6-year comprehensive, with young people drawn from 4 catchment primary schools: Blackhall, Clermiston, Cramond and Davidson's Mains. The school was the subject of a HMIE inspection in December 2022. The Senior Leadership Team (SLT) comprises the Headteacher, four Depute Headteachers and the Business Manager. The current teaching staff complement is 100 FTE with 21 FTE staff other than teachers, including Pupil Support Assistants, who support the integration of young people. There is an integrated Additional Support for Learning Team combining the Guidance and Support for Learning teams as well as our Enhanced Support and Wellbeing Bases. The school was refurbished in 2004 and enjoys a high standard of accommodation, although social areas are limited, and teaching space has to be rigorously timetabled. The facilities are used extensively outside of normal school hours by the school and the community. The school is designated a Community Sports Hub and the PE facilities were refurbished in 2015 to support this. There is an excellent extra-curricular programme, with partner clubs and staff offering a range of opportunities in which young people can participate. Due to our rising roll we currently have 6 huts in our playground and a new extension opening Easter 2024. The school has positive links with parents, local businesses and the local community. The Parent Council and Parent Fundraising Group play an important role in the life and work of the school. Meetings are well attended, and discussions are always lively and informative. The school is also supported by an active Former Pupils' Club. The role of the SSA within HFTT is diverse and requires excellent planning, organisational and administrative skills as well as the ability to set up practical lessons with food and equipment for a busy department. The delivery of practical lessons and high - quality learning and teaching relies on accurate ordering, organised trollies for lessons and a well- managed and hygienic food technicians' room. Adherence to risk assessments and knowledge of good practices around food hygiene and preparation is essential. Although not exhaustive some duties are outlined below. Good communication skills and the ability to work collegiately and follow guidance help support an effective working environment. Please refer to job description for specific task- food preparation/catering/hospitality experience is essential "The Royal High School supports every young person to achieve and attain their very best. We respect individuality and celebrate diversity. We provide opportunities for success through a variety of curricular and extra-curricular options and pathways. We encourage creativity and support our young people to build the skills and resilience they need for the future. We have the courage to aspire to be the very best we can be. We belong to our school and we are very proud of our tradition and heritage." This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued and able to be their best. We particularly encourage applications from women for senior roles, as well as people from minority ethnic backgrounds, people with disabilities or neurodivergent people, care experienced people, carers and LGBT+ people across all levels of the organisation, all of whom are currently underrepresented. All applicants will be considered fairly based on skills and experience. Disabled and care-experienced applicants who meet the minimum job criteria will be guaranteed an interview. Find out more about our commitment to equalities https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/work-us/inclusive-edinburgh/4 As part of our goal to improve organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure we're recruiting the best people. We're interested not only in your skills and experience but also in your approach to work. Therefore, part of our interview process will be an assessment of how you would bring Our Behaviours of Respect, Integrity and Flexibility into your ways of working. You can find out more on Our Behaviours web page Our Behaviours - The City of Edinburgh Council Our salary range typically reflects the initial starting salary and annually increases until it reaches the top of the range. Happy to talk flexible working. Follow us on X at @edincounciljobs View School Support Assistant job pack View Sessional Working Information
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