Company Description
Marie Curie is the UK’s leading end-of-life charity. We are the largest non-NHS provider of end-of-life care in the UK, the only provider across all 4 nations, delivering community nursing and hospice care across the country, while providing information and support on all aspects of dying, death, and bereavement. Our leading research pushes the boundaries of what we know about good end-of-life, and our campaigns fight for a world where everyone gets to have the best possible quality of life while living with an illness, they are likely to die from.
The care and support we provide is highly valued by the people we care for and their loved ones, but at present we are only reaching around 10% of dying people at the end of life. Right now, one in four people in the UK with a terminal illness, do not get the care or support they deserve at the end of their lives. We want a different society than the one we live in now. Our mission for the next five years is to close the gap in the number of people missing out on what they need at the end-of-life.
Job Description
Your role in our mission
We are recruiting Catering Assistants to join the Facilities Team at our Outstanding CQC rated Hospice in West Midlands. The Marie Curie West Midlands Hospice offers exceptional care in a welcoming environment for people with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones.
As a member of our catering team, you will assist in the daily provision of catering services across the Hospice, including ward-based service and café support, catering to our patients, their families, visitors, volunteers and hospice staff. Your role will be crucial in maintaining our level 5 food hygiene rating and our commitment to delivering consistently high-quality food service.
You will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen, performing general kitchen duties, food preparation, and cooking simple meals under the direction of the Head Chef/Chef. Flexibility, presentation and organisation are essential.
Contract type: Permanent, 21.5 hours per week
Working pattern:
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Flexible working schedule, to be discussed at interview
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Shifts are typically between 7:00am to 3:00pm or 11:00pm to 7:00pm.
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The role is worked on a rota basis across Monday to Sunday, including Bank Holidays.
Salary and enhancements:
Marie Curie Clinical Pay Scale, Band 2: £25,272 per annum, pro rata, with enhanced pay rates for Sunday and Bank Holiday hours, including an additional payment of up to 83% of the basic hourly rate.
Location:
Marie Curie West Midlands Hospice, Solihull.
Essential Criteria
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Experience or knowledge of working within a catering department or kitchen environment.
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Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
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Knowledge of maintaining a clean, safe and hygienic working environment.
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Awareness of health and safety requirements in the workplace.
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Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
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Strong customer service and presentation skills.
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Flexible approach to work and working patterns.
Desirable Criteria
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Basic Food Handling Certificate
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NVQ Level 2 in Catering and Hospitality (or willingness to work towards this qualification).
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Experience working within a healthcare setting.
What's in it for you:
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Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro-rated)
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Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave
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Marie Curie Contributary Pension Scheme
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Continuous Professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)
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Industry leading training programmes
Marie Curie Benefits Package:
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Defined contribution pension scheme, with charity contributions matched up to 7.5%
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Support with eye care costs (terms apply)
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Discounts via the Benefit Hub Scheme
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15% discount in Marie Curie shops
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Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
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Life assurance
To view the job description, please click here
Application Process:
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Closing date for applications: 26 August 2026
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As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.
For more information or an informal chat please contact [email protected]
Additional Information
This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
Agencies need not apply.
At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone — staff and volunteers alike — supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.
We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.
We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at [email protected].
Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you — your experience, perspective and voice.
