Job summary
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a forward thinking, proactive and highly motivated Storeperson. Delivering excellence in patient catering and patient experience is our driving force and in return we offer commitment to your personal development and a competitive salary. The role is to work as part of a rota to provide food services from 7am - 7pm, 365 days per year. Main base is St Peter's Hospital, with requirement to work across both St Peter's and Ashford Hospital sites to fulfil role and working at any other Trust site as required.
Main duties of the job
You will be responsible for the smooth delivery of patient food and consumables to the wards on a timely basis.
Liaise with ward staff to ensure they are receiving the stock they need and advising of any issues that may arise.
Receiving goods from suppliers and accurately checking that the batch number and expiry dates match those on the Delivery Note and annotating any discrepancies.
To ensure that all HACCP, COSSH, Trust and legal requirements are followed to ensure patient safety.
Ensure that the food is stored at the required temperatures and that the storeroom is maintained in a clean and tidy manner.
About us
Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of more than 410,000 people living in North-West Surrey, parts of Hounslow and beyond.
Over 3,700 highly trained doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, healthcare scientists and other support staff make up our workforce, providing a wide range of services across our two hospital sites, Ashford, Ashford, Surrey and St Peter's, Chertsey, Surrey.
We also run many specialist clinics in the community and local community hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
Our vision is to be one of the best healthcare Trusts in the country. There has never been a better time to join us in the NHS at Ashford & St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust with our strong commitment to staff health and wellbeing. We are committed to providing continuous professional development, staff benefits and flexibility to shape our workforce around our patient care.
Please see the supporting links which you can find on the right-hand side of this job advert. There is guidance on how to make an application on NHS Jobs as well as more information about joining the ASPH Team
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so applicants are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Receiving goods from suppliers and accurately check that the batch number and expiry dates, temperature match those on the Delivery Note and annotate these on the Delivery Note. Any shortfalls or damages report to supervisor/Manager immediately.
The post holder to receipt, storage, distribution and delivery all of food items across the hospital.
Picking goods and delivery to all wards and outpatient departments.
To ensure all aspects of health and Food Safety Act 1990, food hygiene, COSHH, Infection Control and relevant regulations are strictly adhered to.
Temperature records: check/record fridge/freezer and regent temperature as per the HACCP and report to the supervisor any shortfalls.
To report all maintenance issues and hazards to your Supervisor.
To ensure compliance with all aspects of Health and Safety legislation and the correct use of personal protective equipment.
To ensure the store areas are clean and kept tidy and presentable at all times.
To empty and dispose of all waste in accordance with the TRUSTS Infection Control and Waste Disposal Policies.
To comply with departmental & Trust personal hygiene policy/procedures at all times.
To wear the correct uniform as provided by the Trust.
Manoeuvre loaded trolleys, cages and pallets within confined spaces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Receiving goods from suppliers and accurately check that the batch number and expiry dates, temperature match those on the Delivery Note and annotate these on the Delivery Note. Any shortfalls or damages report to supervisor/Manager immediately.
The post holder to receipt, storage, distribution and delivery all of food items across the hospital.
Picking goods and delivery to all wards and outpatient departments.
To ensure all aspects of health and Food Safety Act 1990, food hygiene, COSHH, Infection Control and relevant regulations are strictly adhered to.
Temperature records: check/record fridge/freezer and regent temperature as per the HACCP and report to the supervisor any shortfalls.
To report all maintenance issues and hazards to your Supervisor.
To ensure compliance with all aspects of Health and Safety legislation and the correct use of personal protective equipment.
To ensure the store areas are clean and kept tidy and presentable at all times.
To empty and dispose of all waste in accordance with the TRUSTS Infection Control and Waste Disposal Policies.
To comply with departmental & Trust personal hygiene policy/procedures at all times.
To wear the correct uniform as provided by the Trust.
Manoeuvre loaded trolleys, cages and pallets within confined spaces.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Further Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Significant catering experience
- Store/Stock control experience
Knowledge
Essential
- NHS Constitution
- Food safety & Hygiene
- Knowledge of various tasks and the ability to perform catering tasks
Desirable
- Strategic objectives
- Food Safety Act 1990
Skills
Essential
- You have knowledge & awareness of food safety and hygiene
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Effective oral/written skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
Person Specification
Qualifications and Further Training
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Significant catering experience
- Store/Stock control experience
Knowledge
Essential
- NHS Constitution
- Food safety & Hygiene
- Knowledge of various tasks and the ability to perform catering tasks
Desirable
- Strategic objectives
- Food Safety Act 1990
Skills
Essential
- You have knowledge & awareness of food safety and hygiene
- Ability to work on own initiative
- Effective oral/written skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
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.
