Job summary
We are looking to enhance our team numbers within our Patient Catering department as a Pot Washer.
The work involves general catering cleaning duties including, the operation of mechanical industrial type dishwasher machines.
Previous application don't need to apply.
Main duties of the job
The provision of a high quality and professional food and beverage service to all staff, patients, and visitors.
To ensure all Codes of Practice for Health & Safety, Food Safety & Hygiene, COSHH and HACCP are adhered too.
To Carry out Pot Wash duties for a service of 800 patients for each meal sitting.
To safely move the dinner trollies, This involves manual handling tasks.
Carry out cleaning duties and maintain hygiene levels, to ensure Food Hygiene Legislation and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point procedures are conformed to and maintained.
To safely use all catering related equipment and to report any maintenance defects and problems immediately to the estates department.
To monitor levels of waste and report them to the Supervisor
Operation of the electric transportation vehicles in line with the Trust's policies.
Operation of mechanical industrial type dishwasher machines.
Cleaning of floors/surfaces and machinery as identified in departments cleaning schedule.
Security of all Trust property when on duty, in accordance with Departmental Policy.
To ensure all packaged food is provided with a date illustrating the contents and use by date.
To contribute to the development of the Catering Service by putting forward suggestions for improvements
Any other related tasks as identified by your Line Manager.
To complete daily schedules, temperature records and timesheets via app-based software packages.
To complete all online training.
About us
Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.
Our Excellence Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Integrity
Courage
We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.
We are a Defence positive trust, supporting our reservists, veterans, spouses and partners.
The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.
We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.
We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for providing an efficient pot washing service by operation of mechanical industrial type dishwasher machines, Organising the flow of service and keeping the area and equipment clean and tidy.
You will help with the cleaning of the food trollies and making sure they are stored correctly after emptying.
You will help to prepare the wash area with the necessary equipment, and cleaning supplies.
Full uniform, on the job training and full Trust induction will be given so experience although desired is not essential.
To measure and record all food waste.
To remove waste to the correct location points.
Ensure correct storage, labelling and rotation of chilled produce is followed and relevant temperature monitoring is undertaken.
To maintain a pleasant customer focused manner at all times.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be responsible for providing an efficient pot washing service by operation of mechanical industrial type dishwasher machines, Organising the flow of service and keeping the area and equipment clean and tidy.
You will help with the cleaning of the food trollies and making sure they are stored correctly after emptying.
You will help to prepare the wash area with the necessary equipment, and cleaning supplies.
Full uniform, on the job training and full Trust induction will be given so experience although desired is not essential.
To measure and record all food waste.
To remove waste to the correct location points.
Ensure correct storage, labelling and rotation of chilled produce is followed and relevant temperature monitoring is undertaken.
To maintain a pleasant customer focused manner at all times.
Person Specification
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Desirable
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or be willing to undertake)
- NVQ/Apprenticeship (or equivalent) in catering / hospitality / customer service
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a food production environment
- Good health & safety practices
- Awareness of food safety protocols
- Allergy awareness
Desirable
- An understanding of different dietary & cultural needs
- Experience of working in a customer service
Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the service
- Good time management to meet the demands of the service
- Team Player
- Ability to work unsupervised
Skills
Essential
- Ability to follow instructions
- Ability to retain information and learning
- Excellent communication skills (oral & written)
- Ability to develop rapport with staff, patients and visitors
- Ability to multitask effectively and move from one task to another rapidly when priorities change
- Ability to remain calm under pressure or challenging situations
- Ability to prioritise & use initiative
- Basic Computer Skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Self-motivated to work under minimal supervision
- Able to undertake the frequent physical duties of the role such a moving laden meal trolleys, carrying trays of food, operation of dishwashing etc
- Ability to carry out the full range of duties once trained
Person Specification
Educations, Training and Qualifications
Desirable
- Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or be willing to undertake)
- NVQ/Apprenticeship (or equivalent) in catering / hospitality / customer service
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a food production environment
- Good health & safety practices
- Awareness of food safety protocols
- Allergy awareness
Desirable
- An understanding of different dietary & cultural needs
- Experience of working in a customer service
Key Competencies/Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the service
- Good time management to meet the demands of the service
- Team Player
- Ability to work unsupervised
Skills
Essential
- Ability to follow instructions
- Ability to retain information and learning
- Excellent communication skills (oral & written)
- Ability to develop rapport with staff, patients and visitors
- Ability to multitask effectively and move from one task to another rapidly when priorities change
- Ability to remain calm under pressure or challenging situations
- Ability to prioritise & use initiative
- Basic Computer Skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Self-motivated to work under minimal supervision
- Able to undertake the frequent physical duties of the role such a moving laden meal trolleys, carrying trays of food, operation of dishwashing etc
- Ability to carry out the full range of duties once trained
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).
