Job summary
To work as a team member with a flexible approach within the Catering Department. To assist in the preparation and service of food for patients, staff and visitors, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the department.
Main duties of the job
Undertake food service to patients, staff and visitors.
Ensure that presentation, portion control, temperature control and food quality standards are adhered to.
Carry out the preparation of snacks and salads to the required standards and any other food items required for sale.
Undertake the cleaning of floors, surfaces and equipment within the kitchen and dining room as appropriate.
Replenish stock items in the restaurant/kitchen from catering stores, there is a degree of manual handling and lifting involved within this role.
Attend any necessary training program as directed by the Food and Beverage Manager.
Check temperatures of refrigerators and maintain all records.
Dispose of all catering waste according to departmental policy which includes the operation of waste disposal unit.
Adopt a flexible approach as there may be a requirement to work in either the central kitchen, stores or the restaurant.
Respect all issues in relation to equality and diversity in relation to patients, colleagues and visitors.
Operate equipment as required following appropriate training e.g. central dishwasher/pot wash, deep fat fryer/oven, toasted sandwich maker and any other equipment as appropriate.
About us
Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond.
We specialise in conditions of the eyes (corneoplastics), hands, head and neck cancer and skin cancer, reconstructive breast surgery, maxillofacial surgery and prosthetics, providing regional and national services in these areas of clinical expertise.Our world-leading clinical teams also treat more common conditions of the eyes, hands, skin, and teeth for the people of East Grinstead and the surrounding areas. In addition, QVH provides a minor injuries unit, expert therapies, a sleep service, and a growing portfolio of community-based services.Patients consistently rate QVH amongst the top hospitals in the country for quality of care.
Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and development of the workforce with support for continuing education and learning.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake food service to patients, staff and visitors.
Ensure that presentation, portion control, temperature control and food quality standards are adhered to.
Carry out the preparation of snacks and salads to the required standards and any other food items required for sale.
Undertake the cleaning of floors, surfaces and equipment within the kitchen and dining room as appropriate.
Replenish stock items in the restaurant/kitchen from catering stores, there is a degree of manual handling and lifting involved within this role.
Attend any necessary training program as directed by the Food and Beverage Manager.
Check temperatures of refrigerators and maintain all records.
Dispose of all catering waste according to departmental policy which includes the operation of waste disposal unit.
Adopt a flexible approach as there may be a requirement to work in either the central kitchen, stores or the restaurant.
Respect all issues in relation to equality and diversity in relation to patients, colleagues and visitors.
Operate equipment as required following appropriate training e.g. central dishwasher/pot wash, deep fat fryer/oven, toasted sandwich maker and any other equipment as appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake food service to patients, staff and visitors.
Ensure that presentation, portion control, temperature control and food quality standards are adhered to.
Carry out the preparation of snacks and salads to the required standards and any other food items required for sale.
Undertake the cleaning of floors, surfaces and equipment within the kitchen and dining room as appropriate.
Replenish stock items in the restaurant/kitchen from catering stores, there is a degree of manual handling and lifting involved within this role.
Attend any necessary training program as directed by the Food and Beverage Manager.
Check temperatures of refrigerators and maintain all records.
Dispose of all catering waste according to departmental policy which includes the operation of waste disposal unit.
Adopt a flexible approach as there may be a requirement to work in either the central kitchen, stores or the restaurant.
Respect all issues in relation to equality and diversity in relation to patients, colleagues and visitors.
Operate equipment as required following appropriate training e.g. central dishwasher/pot wash, deep fat fryer/oven, toasted sandwich maker and any other equipment as appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic numeracy and literacy
Desirable
- NVQ Level two Food Safety Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Has worked within a busy catering service
- To have worked in a service/customer environment
- Experience of working within a team environment
- Relevant experience of working in a similar food preparation environment
Desirable
- Working in a healthcare environment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic numeracy and literacy
Desirable
- NVQ Level two Food Safety Certificate
Experience
Essential
- Has worked within a busy catering service
- To have worked in a service/customer environment
- Experience of working within a team environment
- Relevant experience of working in a similar food preparation environment
Desirable
- Working in a healthcare environment
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).
