Catering Assistant

About the role

The Catering Assistant works mainly in the prep‑meal kitchen, serving a high volume of patients while maintaining high quality and service standards. The role requires a proven track record in a similar catering environment and a can‑do attitude to ensure prompt, efficient service.

Key responsibilities

• Based primarily in the prep‑meal kitchen, serving a high volume of patients.
• Deliver prompt, efficient service and quality food while maintaining high service standards.
• Follow cleaning standards, procedures and processes, and report to the Facilities Supervisor.
• Work Thursday to Wednesday 7‑on‑7‑off shifts (07:30‑13:30) with paid weekend enhancements; occasional duties at Raigmore Hospital may be required.

Required profile

• Ability to work as part of a team with strong interpersonal and patient‑service skills.
• Flexibility, commitment and a positive attitude.
• Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate desirable; must obtain Food Hygiene certification within three months if not already held.
• Must achieve mandatory Healthcare Support Worker induction standards and adhere to the Code of Conduct.