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Catering Assistant – Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Visa Sponsorship Available – Part-Time NHS Job in London

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust is recruiting a Catering Assistant to support catering services at Charing Cross Hospital in London. This permanent, part-time opportunity is suitable for applicants who want to work in an NHS healthcare environment, helping provide safe, hygienic and high-quality meals for patients, staff and visitors.

Previous catering, hospitality or healthcare experience is desirable but not essential, as full training will be provided. Applicants who require Skilled Worker visa sponsorship are welcome to apply and will be considered alongside other candidates.

Job Overview

  • Job title: Catering Assistant
  • Employer: Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
  • Salary: £31,066 per annum, inclusive, pro rata
  • Band: NHS Band 2
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Working pattern: Part-time
  • Location: Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road, London, W6 8RF
  • Visa sponsorship: Applications from candidates requiring current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome
  • Closing date: 22 October 2026
  • Reference number: 290-CR-2103
  • Date posted: 15 October 2026

About the Role

As a Catering Assistant, you will join a dedicated team responsible for delivering a safe, reliable and customer-focused catering service across the Trust.

You will help prepare, serve and deliver meals while maintaining high standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and customer service. Your contribution will support patient wellbeing and help create a positive experience for patients, hospital staff and visitors.

The Trust is looking for enthusiastic, dependable and flexible applicants who can work well with colleagues, communicate effectively and follow established procedures in a busy healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

Your duties will include:

  • Assisting with the preparation and service of meals for patients, staff and visitors.
  • Handling, storing and serving food in line with food safety and hygiene requirements.
  • Cleaning kitchens, pantries, dining areas, catering equipment, crockery and utensils.
  • Monitoring stock, rotating supplies, reporting wastage and supporting stock checks.
  • Receiving deliveries and helping maintain accurate stock records.
  • Delivering catering supplies to hospital wards and designated departments.
  • Completing temperature records, cleaning schedules and other departmental documentation.
  • Reporting equipment faults, hazards, incidents and near misses promptly.
  • Following health and safety, infection prevention and control procedures.
  • Working with colleagues to maintain an efficient catering service.
  • Providing helpful, professional customer service to patients, staff and visitors.

Requirements and Qualifications

Essential requirements:

  • GCSE English or an equivalent qualification.
  • Knowledge of relevant catering policies and procedures.
  • Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness, hygiene and safety.
  • A reliable, flexible and positive approach to work.

Desirable requirements:

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  • Previous catering experience.
  • Food Hygiene Level 2 or above.

Previous experience in catering, hospitality or healthcare is desirable but not essential. Full training will be provided, making this an opportunity worth considering if you meet the essential requirements and are willing to learn.

Is Visa Sponsorship Available?

Yes. The official vacancy explicitly welcomes applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

However, sponsorship is not guaranteed for every applicant. Eligibility will depend on the role, the applicable immigration requirements and the employer’s assessment. Applicants should confirm the relevant sponsorship conditions directly with the recruitment team before accepting an offer.

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Salary and Working Hours

The advertised salary is £31,066 per annum, inclusive, pro rata, under the NHS Agenda for Change pay scheme at Band 2.

The position is permanent and part-time. The advert does not specify the exact weekly hours or shift pattern, so applicants should check these details with the recruitment team. Because the salary is advertised as pro rata, actual earnings will depend on the contracted hours.

Benefits of Working for Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

The Trust highlights a range of staff benefits and development opportunities, including:

  • Career development and learning opportunities.
  • Flexible working arrangements, where agreed.
  • Staff wellbeing support and a recognition scheme.
  • Optional Cycle to Work and car lease schemes.
  • Season ticket loans.
  • Membership options for on-site leisure facilities.

The Trust also considers requests for part-time, flexible working and job-sharing arrangements.

Application and Selection Process

Interested candidates should submit their application through the official NHS Jobs vacancy page before the closing date.

Closing date: 22 October 2026

Applicants should review the full job description and person specification before applying. The vacancy is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

For questions about the role, contact:

  • Contact: Nadia Santos, Senior Service Manager
  • Email: nadia.francosantos@nhs.net

Important Information for Applicants

  • The employer welcomes applications from candidates who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship.
  • Previous catering experience is desirable, not essential.
  • Full training will be provided.
  • GCSE English or an equivalent qualification is essential.
  • Food Hygiene Level 2 or above is desirable.
  • The role is permanent and part-time.
  • The advertised salary is inclusive and pro rata, so confirm the actual pay based on your contracted hours.

Source

Official vacancy published by NHS Jobs on behalf of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

 

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