About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a Facilities Assistant - Catering to join our Catering Team at Wathwood Hospital, Wath upon Dearne.
Previous experience of working within a catering environment is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.
Position available is:
30 hours per week - 6 hour shifts working 5 days/7 (including weekends and Bank Holidays.)
We have in-house training to help your personal development plans and will support you with all of your training needs.
Main duties of the job
To assist in the day to day running of the kitchen at Wathwood Hospital providing meals for patients, staff and visitors. To ensure high standards of customer service and catering services. The completion of all relevant paperwork in line with trust policies and procedures.
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment
Job description Job responsibilities
To support the Catering Department which provides high quality, safe and nutritious food for patients, staff and visitors. Specifically undertaking catering responsibilities as detailed in the Job Description following task schedules, method statements and procedures.
Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.
Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.
Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Person Specification
Knowledge Essential
Basic Knowledge of Health and Safety. Knowledge of a Catering Environment. Basic knowledge of Food Safety.
Desirable
Knowledge and awareness of special diets and allergens. Basic understanding of infection control. Understanding of the responsibility relating to H&S at work and COSHH. Knowledge of manual handling. Knowledge of NHS policy and procedures.
Qualifications Essential
Basic Literacy & Numeracy. Basic Food Hygiene
Desirable
Recognised catering, cleaning or support services qualification.
Skills Essential
Good communication skills. Ability to use own initiative to manage the requirements of the job. Flexible in managing own time and work duties. Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
Experience Desirable
Experience or working within a catering environment. Experience of working within a food safety management system (HACCP).
Physical Requirements Essential
Has the physical ability to perform the full range of duties.
Values and Behaviours Essential
All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork. All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation.
Conractual Requirements Essential
Shift flexibility may be required from time to time, including weekend and Bank Holidays. Requirement to attend mandatory and job specific training. Comply to Personal Appearance Standards and Personal Protective Equipment (Staff Uniform).
Training Essential
Ability to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual site. Ability to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by the post.
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 Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address Wathwood Hospital
Gipsy Green Lane
Wath upon Dearne
S63 7TQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)