Job Description

As a Ward Catering Assistant - Half Day at Sodexo in Royal Stoke Hospital, you'll play an important part in preparing andserving nutritious, comforting meals that support patient recovery andwellbeing. You'll also help maintain a clean, safe environment in the kitchenand dining areas. Witha cheerful attitude and great customer service, your presence can make a realdifference in someone's day. Join Sodexoand be part of something greater. You belong in a team where you can act withpurpose and thrive in your way.
What you'll do:

• Assist with the setup and serving of hot and cold meals from counters and steam tables
• Clean and sanitise kitchen equipment and work areas to maintain hygiene standards
• Follow recipes and product instructions to ensure meal consistency and quality
• Break down and clean stations at the end of meal service

What you bring:

• A passion for delivering tasty, nutritious food with care
• A friendly, professional attitude and respect for patients, visitors, and colleagues
• Basic food-handling knowledge and hygiene awareness
• The ability to stay on your feet and work efficiently during busy service periods

What we offer:
Working at Sodexo isn't just a job - it's a chance tomake a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act withpurpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range ofbenefits to support you and your loved ones:

• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice & personal support)
• Free health & wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme & volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now andbring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.
We may close this advert early if wereceive a high number of applications - so don't wait!
About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every dayfor everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services thatimprove the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food andFM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer. Weare a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from peoplewith a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with ourEmployee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, SodexoDisability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.
We're a Disability Confident Leader employer. We're committed tochanging attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have thechance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a DisabilityConfident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet theminimum selection criteria for the job.
Click here to read more about what we do to promotean inclusive culture.
Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together,Generations and Origins.
Attached documents
Salary 10.45 to 12.60 per hour
Frequency Hourly
Job Reference SDX/TP/1941226/148733
Contract Type Permanent - Part Time
Closing Date 17 October, 2025
Job Category Catering Staff
Business Unit UK Healthcare - Frontline
Location Stoke on Trent , United Kingdom
No. of positions 6
Posted on 03 October, 2025

Skills Required