At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist in food prep, meal service, and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
- Company: Join the caring team at Holy Cross Hospital, a registered charity.
- Benefits: Enjoy generous holidays, free parking, subsidised meals, and gym access.
- Other info: Flexible working options available; full training provided.
- Why this job: Make a difference by providing high-quality meals in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Positive attitude, teamwork skills, and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 12.71 - 12.71 £ per hour.
A full-time position (37.5 hours per week) is available for a Kitchen Assistant at Holy Cross Hospital, working 5 days out of 7, including alternate weekends. The salary is £12.71 per hour, with enhanced rates for weekends and Bank Holidays. The closing date for applications is 7th August 2026, but may close earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
We are looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant to join our busy catering team. This role is essential in ensuring that patients, visitors, and staff receive high-quality meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the catering team with basic food preparation tasks.
- Maintain cleanliness throughout the kitchen, dining, and food service areas.
- Wash kitchen equipment, utensils, and crockery.
- Follow food hygiene, health and safety, and infection prevention procedures at all times.
- Assist with stock rotation and storage of food supplies.
About You:
- Has a positive, friendly, and hardworking attitude.
- Enjoys working as part of a team.
- Can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
- Has good communication skills and a commitment to excellent customer service.
- Understands the importance of cleanliness and hygiene.
- Is reliable, flexible, and willing to learn.
- Previous catering or kitchen experience would be desirable but is not essential, as full training will be provided.
Holy Cross Hospital is a registered charity owned by the Daughters of the Cross, specialising in neurorehabilitation for our patients. We currently have 42 inpatient beds and provide outpatient physiotherapy for the local community.
We offer an attractive package that includes:
- Generous holiday allowance
- Access to Blue Light scheme
- Access to a pension scheme
- Free staff car parking
- Subsidised meals
- Uniforms provided
- Access to on-site gym facilities
- Discount on MSK physio provided by Holy Cross Physiotherapy Centre
Kitchen Assistant in Suffolk employer: Holy Cross Hospital
Holy Cross Hospital is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for Hydrotherapists. With a focus on professional development, employees benefit from in-service training, generous holiday allowances, and access to on-site gym facilities, all while contributing to meaningful patient care in a dynamic outpatient physiotherapy team. Located in Haslemere, the hospital fosters a culture of innovation and quality improvement, making it an ideal place for those passionate about hydrotherapy and patient rehabilitation.
