About this role
Job summary
Primary Integrated Community Servicesare supportingBassetlaw Hospicewith the recruitment for the following vacancy
To work with the Bassetlaw Hospice team to maintain the highest standards of catering and hospitality, ensuring that patients nutritional and dietary needs are met with care and sensitivity. A major part of this role is the ability to produce home-cooked meals using fresh ingredients, tailored to patients appetites and dietary requirements.
Main duties of the job
Follow weekly cleaning schedules to maintain hygiene standards of all catering equipment and work areas.Ensure storerooms are clean, tidy, and equipment is used safely and correctly.Adhere to COSHH, Food Safety, Allergen and HACCP guidelines.
About us
At Bassetlaw Hospice, we provide compassionate, person-centered palliative and end-of-life care for patients and their families. Our staff, volunteers and supporters work together to create a warm, safe and supportive environment where dignity, safety and confidentiality are always respected. We expect all colleagues to uphold these values and ensure that every patient receives the highest possible standard of physical, psychological and spiritual care.
Job description Job responsibilities
Main Duties
Follow weekly cleaning schedules to maintain hygiene standards of all catering equipment and work areas.Ensure storerooms are clean, tidy, and equipment is used safely and correctly.Adhere to COSHH, Food Safety, Allergen and HACCP guidelines.Follow instructions given by the line manager.Maintain Bassetlaw Hospices reputation through professional conduct in all catering activities.Comply with safe use, storage, and disposal of documentation.Be self-aware of the demands of the role and seek support when required.Communicate effectively and sensitively with patients, carers, staff, and volunteers, always maintaining confidentiality.Comply with all Bassetlaw Hospice policies and procedures.Undertake other reasonable duties as directed.General DutiesWork collaboratively and cooperatively with Bassetlaw Hospice colleagues.Respect confidentiality in all aspects of hospice work.Abide by the Health and Safety at Work Act.Work within Bassetlaw Hospice policies and procedures.Participate in team meetings, including supporting induction of new staff.Always act in a professional manner, reflecting and maintaining the values of Bassetlaw Hospice.
Person Specification
Knowledge and skills Essential
Ability to prepare homemade meals, including baking & cake decoration Knowledge of dietary needs and nutrition. Basic knowledge of Food Safety standards. Ability to complete and maintain records accurately. Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively. Flexibility, good listening skills, and a sensitive, compassionate approach. Basic IT skills. Ability to support colleagues and maintain positive working relationships at all levels. Ability to work unsupervised and use initiative.
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 Primary Integrated Community Services
Address Bassetlaw Hospice
North Rd
Retford
Nottinghamshire
DN22 7XF
Employer's website http://picsnhs.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)