About this role
Job summary
A Facilities Catering Assistant is being recruited to support and assist the Chefs and Facilities Catering Supervisor in the provision of a highly professional focused in a healthcare setup, including covering areas within the scope of work in Catering - retail outlet, back of house catering preparation room and private patient services on the go. This is situated within Heatherwood Hospital and Greenwood Kitchen at the same site.
The hours are 37.5 per week, covering the Hospital Catering Services from 7.00am to 7.00pm. Flexible Rotas will be discussed with the successful candidates shortlisted for the interview.
If you are looking for a challenging role which offers variety, continuous support, encouragement and genuine job satisfaction then look no further. Apply now to join our dynamic and pro-active team.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to undertake a Maths and English assessment followed by a formal interview.
Successful new team members will have to complete Level 3 Food Safety & Hygiene Course and Food Allergy level 2 training course with in the first week of commencement of their employment.
Please note that this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the full duration of the post.
Main duties of the job
o To assist in the provision of a highly professional and customer focussed catering service to all patients, staff and visitors on the hospital siteso To assist with all associated catering dutieso To follow duties laid out by the supervisor and chefs in the day to day operational management of the catering service in a friendly and efficient manner, whilst maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygieneo To work within all areas of the catering department, wards including parkside (private), main kitchen, staff and visitor outlets, offering a flexible approach to workloads as staffing levels dictate.
About us
Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is committed to being an inclusive and disability confident employer and has been awarded the Gold for the Armed Forces Employment Recognition Scheme. We provide first class development opportunities for all staff and have a wide range of professional, management and leadership, and clinical skills training available.
Here at Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, we know how important it is to have a healthy work life balance; this benefits not only individuals but the patients we care for too.
We encourage applications from people who wish to work on a flexible basis, recognising that flexibility may mean a range of different working patterns and hours, we do our utmost to work with our staff to meet their needs and the needs of our service and its users.
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Job description Job responsibilities
The role requires that the job holder follows the duties laid out by the Chefs, Manager/Supervisor on a day-to-day operational needs of the Catering Services. Youll be expected to serve staff, visitors and patients in a welcoming, friendly and efficient manner, whilst maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Youll be working as part of a motivated team.
The job holder will assist the Chef Production Manager/ Facilities Catering Supervisor to expand and/or make recommendations for improving standards and enhancing the overall patient experience at all times. This would be through quality initiatives and by looking at ways of maximising good patient and customer care.
Youll need to be aware of menu content whilst understanding the importance of food allergens, food presentation and customer care. In addition, you must ensure that the privacy and dignity of patients, visitors, and staff is respected at all times.
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further information.
We reserve the right to close the advert early if sufficient applications have been received.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Good level of basic education - able to demonstrate literacy, numeracy and comprehension skills Period of induction and on the job training
Desirable
Understanding of relevant Health and Safety, Employment and other legislative requirementsygiene Training Certificate Food Safety and Health and Safety Level 2 (gained on the job) Undergraduate degree
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a Kitchen/Restaurant environment. Hygiene COSSH procedures.
Desirable
Experience in healthcare. Infection prevention and control.
Skills & Knowledge Essential
Good communication skills - able to read and understand written and verbal communication and instruction Able to deal confidently and professionally with members of the public and staff Customer focused Able to use own initiative to cope in a variety of situations Demonstrate adaptability Good time management skills - able to plan and prioritise time and workload Ability to work as part of a team and independently Ability to take instruction from both managers and clients Ability to respond quickly to problems Ability to act in ways that support equality and diversity Understanding of confidentiality
Special Requirements Essential
English and mathematics assessment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
Address Heatherwood Hospital
Brook Avenue
Ascot, Berkshire
SL5 7GB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)