QR code linking to this job posting Catering Assistant in Harrogate inHarrogate PUBLISHED TUE 4 NOV 2025

Band 2: Competitive rates  FIXEDTERM   SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE 
Job summary
Are you friendly, reliable, and passionate about great coffee and customer service? We're looking for a new team member to join our welcoming caf.What you'll do:Greet customers with a smile and take ordersPrepare and serve coffee, drinks, and light foodKeep the caf clean, tidy, and invitingWork as part of a team to create a great atmosphereWhat we're looking for:Positive, can-do attitude and great people skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentReliability and flexibility with shifts (weekends may be required)Previous caf/barista

Experience
is a bonus, but not essential - full training providedWhat we offer:A friendly, supportive team environmentStaff discounts on food & drinksTraining and opportunities to develop new skills

Main duties of the job
The hygienic handling of food products in accordance with food hygiene legislation and the Trust Food Safety Policy (HACCP)Observation of statutory and trust food hygiene regulationsThe post holder will provide a patient food service, staff restaurant service, under the guidance of supervisors to patients / restaurant within the hospitalTo observe portion control guidanceServing staff meals in an appetising and attractive mannerEnsure that food products are correctly served according to instructionTaking and recording of food temperatures and seeking further instruction where these are outside appropriate temperature limitsTo be involved in the general cleaning following the appropriate cleaning schedulesAppropriate disposal of waste in accordance with instructionCheck stock deliveries into the catering department and complete the appropriate documentationEnsure stock is dated and stock rotation procedures are observedComplies with health and safety regulationsObserves the quality control procedure within the catering department.

About us
All our colleagues play an important role in ensuring that we continue to provide the best possible healthcare service for our community. In return, we offer the following exciting benefits and opportunities:Support and wellbeing- , a comprehensive employee assistance programme, gives free access to expert help and support for life's ups and downs - physical and mental health, finances, abuse, learning - 24/7, 365 days a year, including telephone support and counsellingLifestyle savings -Viv-up, plus entitlement to a free Blue Light Card, together provide more than 15,000 discounts; from large national retailers to local businesses, across categories such as holidays, cars, days out, fashion, gifts, insurance, phones and many moreBenefits -a range of competitive employee benefits including generous leave entitlement pension scheme, enhanced rates for working evenings, nights, weekends and Bank Holidays, plus the opportunity for flexible working to support individual needsTraining and Development- apprenticeships, on-the-job and formal training courses provide the skills needed and as a leading facilities and estates organisation there are opportunities to develop further including career progression, supporting our commitment to net zero by being a Green Plan Champion or Social Media Champion to support our communicationRecognition- as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our HIF Hero and Trust-wide KITE team and colleague recognition awards

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Date posted
04 November 2025

Pay scheme
Agenda for changeBandBand 2

Salary
£24,465 a year per annum pro rata

Contract
Fixed termDuration12 months

Working pattern
Full-time

Reference number
421-HIF-3372R-A

Job location
sHarrogate District HospitalLancaster Park RoadHarrogateHG2 7SX

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Person Specification
Qualification &

Experience
EssentialAn awareness of hygieneAn awareness of the hospital and what activities may occurAwareness of the standards required. Good food preparation skills.DesirablePrevious

Experience
within cateringAllergen trainingPrevious Catering

Experience
Previous Cooking

Experience
Awareness of health and safety

Person Specification
Qualification &

Experience
Previous Cooking

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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Additional information

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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer

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