Catering Assistant
At a glance
- Band
- Band 2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- 12.95
- Hours / week
- 12.95
- Posted
- 03/09/2026
- Closes
- 17/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a Catering Assistant to join the Catering Production & Services Team at University Hospital Crosshouse. You will assist in all aspects of food preparation, delivery, service, and cleaning duties for patients, staff, visitors, and functions. The role primarily focuses on the patient evening meal service, including serving meals and cleaning associated areas and equipment. This permanent position requires working 12.95 hours per week.
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:
258711
Salary:
Band 2 (£26,696 - £28,988)
Job closing date:
17/09/2026
Job Type:
Support Services
Location:
University Hospital Crosshouse
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
12.95
Job posted date:
03/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Department:
Catering Department
Job Advert
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a catering assistant based at University Hospital Crosshouse.
Hours:
Post 1 - 1700-2045/0 7 on 7 off Post 2 – 1700-2045/0 7 on 7 off
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