Catering Assistant - Higher Level
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Job summary
We have 3 positions available for Catering Assistants to join our team at Wansbeck General Hospital.
Vacancy 1: 16.5 hrs per week
Vacancy 2: 20 hrs per week
Vacancy 3: 18 hrs per week
Rota details for each post are below...
Week 1
Monday
Tuesday
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat
Sun
Vacancy 1
7-2
DO
DO
DO
7-2
2-7
2-7
Vacancy 2
11.30-7
2-7
2-7
DO
DO
DO
DO
Vacancy 3
DO
7-2.30
DO
2-7
2-7
DO
DO
Week 2
Monday
Tuesday
Wed
Thurs
Fri
Sat
Sun
Vacancy 1
DO
DO
2-7
2-7
DO
DO
DO
Vacancy 2
2-7
DO
DO
DO
2-7
9-4
9-4
Vacancy 3
DO
2-7
DO
DO
DO
11.30-7
11.30-7
Please specify in your supporting information which post you are most interested in, and please ensure that you can commit to the days and hours stated before applying.
To fulfil this role you will be required to maintain the standards of cleanliness as specified throughout the work areas in the main hospital kitchen by means of approved methods.
Full training will be given to the successful candidates.
Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving, checking for quality, temperature and correct quantity as per order to suppliers, and the storage of such goods in the appropriate area within the time limits set out in the department policy on Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP).
To be able to demonstrate the ability to serve food to staff and patients and to be able to check temperature levels and be aware of the Food Temperature Regulations.
Operating the central dish wash machine, cleaning, drying and checking of the staff/ward crockery and cutlery.
Preparation of vegetables, fruits and salads.
Preparation and dispatch of meals.
Patient meal service
Service of food in restaurant.
Service of food in the Dining Room and associated areas and preparation of sandwiches, hot snacks and beverages where applicable.
The cleaning and re-stocking of vending machines.
About us
NHFM is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Established in 2012, NHFM provide specialist project management services for large and small capital developments, estates maintenance and a full range of facilities services. Carrying out facilities management for a state-of-the-art specialist emergency care hospital - The Northumbria, three general hospitals - North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham hospitals - and a number of smaller community hospitals and clinic sites, we cover one of the largest geographical areas of any NHS trust in the country.
Work for us and you will be making a real difference to the NHS and the thousands of people who use our services each year. Visit our website www.nhfm.co.uk for more information about who we are and benefits of working for us.
Details
Date posted
21 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£23,615 a year pro rata per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
319-7078610SC
Job locations
Wansbeck General Hospital
Woodhorn Lane
Ashington
NE63 9JJ
Employer details
Employer name
Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Wansbeck General Hospital
Woodhorn Lane
Ashington
NE63 9JJ
Employer contact details
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