Job summary
We are looking for someone with Supervision experience, hardworking and energetic with a passion for delivering quality freshly cooked, healthy, wholesome food to our in patients, staff and visitors.
The post is 37.5 hours per week, primarily Monday to Friday, but there may be a requirement to work weekends and Bank holidays).
City & Guilds 7061/2 or equivalent and previous experience of supervising or managing a busy catering environment is a minimum requirement.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for someone to provide visible day-to-day leadership in our Catering Department assisting in the day to day operational management and development of Catering Services in liaison with Catering Manager ensuring a quality, efficient service, whilst complying with all relevant legislation.
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 ensure compliance with the Catering Food Safety Manual, Trust Policies and Procedures and to the Food Safety Act and Food Hygiene Regulations.
To provide assistance and information as required around the patient meals and menus and to provide a point of contact between the catering provision and the wards to identify any issues or specific dietary requirements including allergen information.
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
Job description
Job responsibilities
To ensure compliance with the Catering Food Safety Manual, Trust Policies and Procedures and to the Food Safety Act and Food Hygiene Regulations.
To provide assistance and information as required around the patient meals and menus and to provide a point of contact between the catering provision and the wards to identify any issues or specific dietary requirements including allergen information.
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
Qualifications
Essential
- City & Guilds 706/2 or equivalent (NVQ Level 2/3)
Desirable
- Level 2 or 3 Health & Safety Certificate
- Level 2 Customer Service or equivalent
- ILM level 3 certificate or equivalent Supervisor qualification
Training
Essential
- Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
Desirable
- Level 3 Food Safety Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Experience in staff supervision of Facilities Services
- Experienced in ordering supplies
- Experience as a Chef
Desirable
- Ability to manage a small budget
- Experience in producing menus/ special diets
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literate
- Special diets, cultural/ ethical menus and allergen awareness
- Production of menus
- Due diligence/HACCAP
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant NHS procedures and practices, including legal requirements
- Knowledge of costing menus
- Hospital Food Standards
Skills
Essential
- Good administration skills
- Good communications skills
- Meeting accurate deadlines
- To be able to cover in staff absence
- Comply to PPE standards
Desirable
- Skilled in people supervision
- Skilled in recruitment and selection of staff
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
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- City & Guilds 706/2 or equivalent (NVQ Level 2/3)
Desirable
- Level 2 or 3 Health & Safety Certificate
- Level 2 Customer Service or equivalent
- ILM level 3 certificate or equivalent Supervisor qualification
Training
Essential
- Level 2 Food Safety Certificate
Desirable
- Level 3 Food Safety Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Experience in staff supervision of Facilities Services
- Experienced in ordering supplies
- Experience as a Chef
Desirable
- Ability to manage a small budget
- Experience in producing menus/ special diets
Knowledge
Essential
- Computer literate
- Special diets, cultural/ ethical menus and allergen awareness
- Production of menus
- Due diligence/HACCAP
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant NHS procedures and practices, including legal requirements
- Knowledge of costing menus
- Hospital Food Standards
Skills
Essential
- Good administration skills
- Good communications skills
- Meeting accurate deadlines
- To be able to cover in staff absence
- Comply to PPE standards
Desirable
- Skilled in people supervision
- Skilled in recruitment and selection of staff
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
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.
