Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to joint the catering Team at St Richards hospital.
We are looking for a self motivated individual to join our team as a Food service assistant on our busy wards at St Richards Hospital working on a specialist unit .
We have 3 positions available, for 33 hours a week posts and Bank hours are also available, between Monday and Sunday

• PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY.
• POST ONLY AVAILABLE AT ST. RICHARDS HOSPITAL (CHICHESTER)

Should you require Additional Support with completing your Application, Please contact the Facilities and Estates Recruitment Team via email below:
uhsussex.FandErecruitment@nhs.net
Main duties of the job
Applicants should have experience working with elderly people and have both knowledge and understanding to enable them to support their catering requirements, therefore it is essential that applicants have previous work experience in a hospital or care environment and are able to evidence their experience at the time of the interview, able to demonstrate a good understanding of this customer group and their needs, demonstrate and evidence a caring, patient attitude in line with our Trust values.
The role involves interacting directly with patients to take meal orders, serving hot and cold meals and serve beverages therefore excellent communication skills are essential.
Food service assistants are responsible for keeping their environment clean to a high standard, completing HACCP documentation and a basic understanding of COSHH and food safety is essential.
Food service assistants are required to use a range of equipment such as Ipads, Regen hot meal trolleys and beverage carts and whilst full training will be given to operate safely, applicants should be aware that the duration of their shift will be on their feet, pushing, pulling, bending and lifting while sometimes working in warm environments.

• PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
• POST ONLY AVAILABLE AT ST. RICHARDS HOSPITAL (CHICHESTER)

About us
At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Details
Date posted
24 November 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year Per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
279-7605888-NOV25
Job locations
St Richard's Hospital
Spitalfield Road
Chichester
PO19 6SE
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.

• PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY.
• POST ONLY AVAILABLE AT ST. RICHARDS HOSPITAL (CHICHESTER)

Maintain good communication, liaison and working arrangements with ward staff, own team and other hospital departments.Communicate effectively with patients and their relatives to ensure their food and beverage requirements are met.To communicate in a courteous, co-operative and sympathetic manner with due regard for privacy, dignity and confidentiality at all times.To read and understand written and verbal instructions, and complete HACCP records accurately.Take instruction and direction from catering team leaders and senior staff on the ward.Ensure daily orders are communicated in a timely manner, to enable the Catering Department to prepare and deliver food items on time.
Please see JD and PS for full details Job description
Job responsibilities
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.

• PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY.
• POST ONLY AVAILABLE AT ST. RICHARDS HOSPITAL (CHICHESTER)

Maintain good communication, liaison and working arrangements with ward staff, own team and other hospital departments.Communicate effectively with patients and their relatives to ensure their food and beverage requirements are met.To communicate in a courteous, co-operative and sympathetic manner with due regard for privacy, dignity and confidentiality at all times.To read and understand written and verbal instructions, and complete HACCP records accurately.Take instruction and direction from catering team leaders and senior staff on the ward.Ensure daily orders are communicated in a timely manner, to enable the Catering Department to prepare and deliver food items on time.
Please see JD and PS for full details
Person Specification
Genneral
Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Previous experience in a care environment (Hospital of care home)

Experience
Essential

• Previous Catering Experience
• Food Handling

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Person Specification
Genneral
Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Previous experience in a care environment (Hospital of care home)

Experience
Essential

• Previous Catering Experience
• Food Handling

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential

• Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
• Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues

Skills Required