About this role
Job summary
The Store Person supports the Catering Department by receiving, storing and distributing food and catering supplies. The role is responsible for stock control, stock rotation, inventory checks and maintaining accurate records while ensuring compliance with Food Safety, Health & Safety and Trust procedures. The post holder will contribute to the effective operation of the catering stores service, ensuring products are available to support patient, staff and visitor catering services.
Base Location: Bournemouth Hospital
Interview: 25th November
This is a part-time position working 15 hours per week on Mondays and Tuesdays. The role involves regular manual handling activities including lifting, carrying and moving stock, as well as working within chilled and frozen storage environments. Applicants should clearly demonstrate experience of working within a stores, warehouse, stock control, retail stock management or catering environment within their application.
Main duties of the job
The Store Person will support the Catering Department by receiving, checking and recording deliveries of food, beverages and catering consumables, reporting any shortages, damages or quality concerns. The post holder will store products safely in accordance with Food Safety, Health & Safety and Trust procedures and undertake stock control activities including stock rotation (FIFO), replenishment, stock counting and inventory checks.
The role includes picking, issuing and distributing stock to catering outlets, wards and departments, maintaining accurate records using manual and electronic systems, and monitoring stock levels to support continuity of service. The post holder will support allergen management by ensuring products are correctly labelled, stored and traceable.
Responsibilities include maintaining clean, organised stores and storage areas, undertaking temperature monitoring, supporting waste reduction initiatives and complying with all relevant Food Safety, Health & Safety, Infection Prevention and Manual Handling requirements.
The post holder will work closely with colleagues and suppliers, participate in training, audits and service improvement activities, and provide a professional, customer-focused service. The role involves manual handling duties and working within ambient, chilled and frozen storage environments. Other duties appropriate to the grade may be required by management.
About us
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is committed to delivering excellent patient care and supporting our staff to thrive. Our Catering Services team plays an essential role in ensuring safe, high-quality food services are available to patients, visitors and staff. We offer a supportive working environment, opportunities for training and development, and the chance to make a meaningful contribution to the patient experience every day.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Store Person will play a vital role in supporting the Catering Department by ensuring the efficient receipt, storage, stock control and distribution of food, beverages and catering consumables across the Trust.
The post holder will be responsible for receiving and checking deliveries, ensuring goods are stored safely and appropriately within ambient, chilled and frozen environments, and maintaining accurate stock records. They will undertake routine stock counts, monitor stock levels, replenish supplies and ensure products are rotated in accordance with First In First Out (FIFO) principles.
The role includes picking and issuing stock to catering outlets and departments, reporting shortages or discrepancies, and supporting the smooth operation of catering services through effective stock management. The post holder will be expected to maintain high standards of food safety, hygiene and housekeeping at all times, ensuring compliance with Trust policies and legislative requirements.
The Store Person will contribute to allergen management processes by ensuring products are correctly identified, labelled and traceable. They will maintain accurate manual and electronic records, support audits and participate in service improvement activities where required.
This is a physically demanding role involving regular lifting, carrying, moving stock, pushing cages and working within chilled and frozen storage areas. The post holder will work closely with colleagues, suppliers and other departments, demonstrating a professional, flexible and customer-focused approach at all times.
The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post as reasonably requested by management.
This is a part-time position working 15 hours per week over two days, Monday and Tuesday. Applicants should ensure they are able to commit to these working days before applying.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience working within a stores, warehouse, stock control, retail stock management or catering environment.
- Experience receiving, storing and issuing stock.
- Experience following Health & Safety procedures.
Desirable
- NHS experience.
- Experience using stock control systems.
Skills
Essential
- Good literacy and numeracy skills.
- Ability to maintain accurate records and complete documentation
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and customer
Desirable
- Basic IT skills and experience using electronic stock systems
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Food Safety and Health & Safety practices
- Understanding of stock rotation principles (FIFO)
- Awareness of allergen management and safe food handling practices
Desirable
- Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2
- Allergen Awareness Certificate Level 2
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Reliable and flexible approach to work
- Good attention to detail
- Customer-focused approach
Desirable
- Experience contributing to service improvements
Physical & Working Requirements
Essential
- Ability to undertake manual handling activities
- Ability to work in chilled and frozen environments
- Ability to spend prolonged periods standing and walking
- Availability to work 15 hours per week on Mondays and Tuesdays
Desirable
- Full UK Driving Licence
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
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bournemouth Hospital
Castle Lane East
Bournemouth
BH7 7DW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhd.nhs.uk/careers (Opens in a new tab)