Part Time Catering Assistant

Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society?

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.

If so, join Three Valleys Hospital a service for people with complex mental health issues in a safe and supportive a Part time Catering Assistant, where you will be working 22.5 hours a week with an established and dedicated catering team.

Reporting to the Chefs, you will support to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. 

It’s a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you’ll be able to manage your workload and your career. There’s huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

This  post will involve three shifts per week, the days may change. Working hours will be 8-4 or 9-5.

As a Catering Assistant you will be:

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• Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures.
  
• Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverages.
  
• Maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation.
  
• Ensuring that all areas, equipment and furniture are cleaned and stored correctly.
  
• As part of the catering team, ensuring the kitchen and associated areas meet operational hygiene standards and comply with the company’s policies and procedures.
  
• Liaising with the wider team, including dietitians regarding dietary and planned meals 
  

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

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• Relevant Catering Qualification (Desirable)
  
• Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP (desirable)
  
• Experience of working within similar role.
  
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
  

Where you will be working:

Location: 2 Burley Court, Steeton, Keighley, West Yorkshire , BD20 6TU

 You’ll play a key role in our rehabilitation service by supporting the daily running of a warm, welcoming kitchen environment where service users are rebuilding confidence and independence. As a Catering Assistant, you’ll help prepare nutritious meals, maintain high standards of cleanliness, and work alongside clinical and support staff to create a calm, recovery‑focused atmosphere.

This role is hands‑on and people‑centred: you’ll interact with individuals on their recovery journey, encourage healthy routines, and contribute to a space that feels safe, respectful, and empowering. If you’re someone who values teamwork, dignity, and making a meaningful difference through everyday moments, this is a chance to bring those strengths into a service that truly changes lives.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: 

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• Annual base salary of £25,058 Pro Rata
  
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. 
  
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals 
  
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! 
  
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance 
  
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts 
  
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind 
  
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 
  
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be 
  
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time 
  
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future 
  
• Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking 
  

About your next employer: 

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.  

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.  

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. xwzovoh It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure