Catering Assistant AA
At a glance
- Band
- Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Hours / week
- 19.46
- Posted
- 17/09/2026
- Closes
- 01/10/2026
Sponsorship verdict
This contract type is not eligible for Skilled Worker sponsorship.
NHS Trusts cannot issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for part-time, bank, locum, zero-hours, job-share or short fixed-term (under 12 months) contracts under current Home Office rules. This applies even when the wider Trust holds a Skilled Worker licence.
Role summary
This role is for a Catering Assistant within the Support Services team, primarily working in retail units at Queen Margaret and Lynebank Hospitals. It involves a 19.46-hour work week with shifts between 8am and 4pm. The successful candidate will need a friendly attitude and good communication skills to interact with colleagues and customers. Previous customer-facing catering experience and a basic food hygiene certificate are essential.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 2 at £23,615 – £23,615 a year, across England.
This advert: £26,696 – £28,988 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
241513
Salary:
Band 2 (£26,696 - £28,988)
Job closing date:
01/10/2026
Job Type:
Support Services
Location:
Queen Margaret Hospital
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
19.46
Job posted date:
17/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Fife
Department:
Catering
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Job Advert
An exciting opportunity has become available to join our committed Support Services team within the Catering Department.
This role offers a 19.46 hour working week, with shifts scheduled between 8am and 4pm. The successful candidate will primarily work within our retail units across both Queen Margaret and Lynebank Hospitals.
We are looking for an individual who presents a neat and tidy appearance, has a friendly and positive attitude, and can communicate confidently with both colleagues and customers.
Previous experience in a customer facing catering environment is essential, along with possession of a basic food hygiene certificate.
Informal Enquiries: Saffron Moir 01383 623612 ext 25916
Salary is pro rata for part time hours if applicable
Please be advised that this job role does not qualify for a skilled worker visa/ sponsorship.
NHS Fife is legally obliged to ensure all its employees are legally entitled to work in the United Kingdom. If you are not a United Kingdom (UK)
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