Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, hard-working person to join our team in providing a high-quality service to all our patients, staff and visitors who use the catering facilities at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals.
The main responsibilities of the post involve "hands-on" supervision and leadership of the Central Production Unit team.
Experience in supervising large groups of people within a busy Catering Department would be advantageous. This post is based at Northern General Hospital; however, a degree of flexibility would be expected as you may be required to work across campus.
Successful candidates must demonstrate initiative, work to high standards and show excellent communication skills. Further training is available for your development and career progression within the Department.
Main duties of the job
To allocate duties and provide daily supervision to CPU teams on a daily basis.
Ensure accurate use of commodities and report shortfalls in storage and production to the Production Manager.
Ensure distribution and collection of food trolleys and supplies to the ward and retail areas is carried out in a safe and hygienic place.
Checking patient meals/baskets/retail area trolleys before distribution.
Ensure wastage is kept to a minimum and accurate records are kept to ensure it is controlled. Report and take action regarding over / underproduction of goods.
To ensure goods inwards are checked for quality, quantity and temperature and placed in appropriate storage areas. Ensure all staff follow a stock rotation system and issue goods in accordance with Departmental procedures.
Ensure that all meals and special diets produced comply with departmental quality standards and are checked prior to issue to wards and dining rooms.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English and Maths Grade 9 - 4 or equivalent qualifications/ experience
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent experience
- City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 or equivalent e.g. Level 2 Food Production or equivalent experience
- Level 2 Health and Safety Certificate or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Level 3 Health & Safety Certificate or equivalent experience
- Institute of Leadership & Management Certificate (formerly NEBSS) or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of Nutrition and Therapeutic diets including texture modified (IDDSI), cultural menus etc
- Food Standards Agency allergen training or equivalent experience
- Level 3 Food Hygiene or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience working in a large catering organisation
- Stores working and Stock Control experience
- Staff management skills
Desirable
- Hospital catering experience
- Experience of chilled or frozen food production/service
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Health & Safety knowledge including manual handling techniques, fire safety
- Knowledge of different food systems and cash handling
- Team working
- Risk Assessments
- Computer literate, numeracy and literacy skills
- Allergens
Desirable
- Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 or Quality Management Systems
- Full driving licence
- Experience of working in a large team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Open and effective communication skills, both written and verbal2
- Ability to create and maintain good working relationships with individuals or teams
- Understanding of the reasons for and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Good understanding of relevant hygiene standards
- Demonstrate flexibility to meet the needs of the service. Working across sites essential
Desirable
- Use different methods of communication to suit the needs of the patients, visitors and staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE English and Maths Grade 9 - 4 or equivalent qualifications/ experience
- Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate or equivalent experience
- City & Guilds 706/1 and 2 or equivalent e.g. Level 2 Food Production or equivalent experience
- Level 2 Health and Safety Certificate or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Level 3 Health & Safety Certificate or equivalent experience
- Institute of Leadership & Management Certificate (formerly NEBSS) or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of Nutrition and Therapeutic diets including texture modified (IDDSI), cultural menus etc
- Food Standards Agency allergen training or equivalent experience
- Level 3 Food Hygiene or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Extensive experience working in a large catering organisation
- Stores working and Stock Control experience
- Staff management skills
Desirable
- Hospital catering experience
- Experience of chilled or frozen food production/service
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Health & Safety knowledge including manual handling techniques, fire safety
- Knowledge of different food systems and cash handling
- Team working
- Risk Assessments
- Computer literate, numeracy and literacy skills
- Allergens
Desirable
- Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 or Quality Management Systems
- Full driving licence
- Experience of working in a large team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Open and effective communication skills, both written and verbal2
- Ability to create and maintain good working relationships with individuals or teams
- Understanding of the reasons for and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Good understanding of relevant hygiene standards
- Demonstrate flexibility to meet the needs of the service. Working across sites essential
Desirable
- Use different methods of communication to suit the needs of the patients, visitors and staff
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
