Catering Assistant - Barista
The closing date is 02 March 2026
Job summary
Very busy Hospital Coffee Shop Caf serving a variety of hot and cold drinks to clinical staff, patients and visitors seeking a full time Barista to help with hot & cold drink preparation, food preparation, cleaning and delivering excellent service. Some weekend work is to be expected.
Main duties of the job
- Our people make all the difference and through their hard work, our clients and customers experience a service that shows excellence every day. This is achieved through the Coffee Shop service making various hot and cold beverages and various hot and cold food options
- Applicant should be able to sell and serve with passion and compassion.
- Customer service focused and driven by excellent service.
- Work well as part of a team as well as having the drive to set own goals and achieve these with the highest quality of service.
- Integrity and Respect always.
About us
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Details
Date posted
16 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
374-LC1826
Job locations
Eastbourne Hospital
Kings Drive
Eastbourne
BN21 2UD
Employer details
Employer name
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Eastbourne Hospital
Kings Drive
Eastbourne
BN21 2UD
Employer's website
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Employer contact details
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