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Royal Free London Property Services Ltd

Catering Assistant (Patient Feeding)

The closing date is 07 November 2025

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Job summary

We are looking for a catering assistant to support the delivery of catering services to patients, visitors and staff at the Royal Free Hospital location in Hampstead,NW3 2QG. The successful candidate for this entry level position will learn the basics of hospital catering and be expected demonstrate enthusiasm and flexibility in delivering a world class service. Barista experience a big plus.

The successful candidate is required to be able demonstrate the Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification.

If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application

Main duties of the job

To help prepare, pack and deliver meals and catering supplies as required to wards and other service areas. To assist with general duties in Patient Services Department packing areas, cold rooms, dish-washing area, Staff Restaurant, Hospitality and associated areas. Also, ensure that all food is served is to a high standard and always bearing in expiry dates, allergens, portion control, content, temperature, appearance and complying with all relevant food safety standards.

About us

This is an exciting time to be working at the Royal Free London NHS Foundation one of the biggest NHS Trusts in the UK, delivering care to more than 1.6 million people a year through our three main hospitals: Barnet, Chase Farm and Royal Free.

Details

Date posted

24 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£30,356 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7478649

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

The complete Job Description along with the key responsibilities for the role is available in the attached JD. Kindly review it carefully prior to applying.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The complete Job Description along with the key responsibilities for the role is available in the attached JD. Kindly review it carefully prior to applying.

Person Specification

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

  • Able to read and write English

Desirable

  • Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team

Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values
Person Specification

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

  • Able to read and write English

Desirable

  • Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team

Values

Essential

  • Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

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 Sponsorship

Applications 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 the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, 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 Sponsorship

Applications 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 the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, 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 details

Employer name

Royal Free London Property Services Ltd

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QJ


Employer's website

http://jobs.royalfree.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London Property Services Ltd

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QJ


Employer's website

http://jobs.royalfree.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Catering Admin Manager

Rasheed Kangumpurath

02037582060

Details

Date posted

24 October 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£30,356 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-7478649

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QJ


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