Catering Assistant - Ward Host

Job summary

CHoICE Facilities Services are seeking a passionate, hardworking and reliable individual to join our team and fulfil the role of Catering Assistant (Ward Host).

This role is 12 hours per week with a shift pattern of 4pm-8pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Weekend working (Saturday and Sunday) carries an uplift of 30% of standard pay.

The role is an exciting opportunity for people who are motivated, flexible, task focused & who have excellent communications skills. We encourage and support our employees to progress within CHoICE and offer full training on the job.

You would be responsible for assisting clinical staff in the efficient and effective production & service of a high quality of meals & beverages on several wards, for patients, staff and visitors, including associated cleaning and hygiene related duties. The role is ward based and involves collecting & delivering meals to wards for patients and can be physically demanding.

If you are ambitious, caring, team player and strive to deliver high standards services, we would like to hear from YOU!

To join a friendly, organised and positive working environment, apply for the role of Ward Host.

Please note this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to the volume of applications received

Previous applicants need not apply, thank you.

Main duties of the job

To deliver nationally recognised high quality, safe, cost effective services for the people, patients and stakeholders.

To deliver a wide range of high quality, effective & compliant Facilities Management (FM), Procurement and Pharmacy Services.

To follow food & beverage handling procedures, in accordance with national and local regulations.

Undertake stock management, receipt and delivery of stock, reporting any discrepancies or damaged goods.

Maintain the appropriate knowledge & skills to safely and effectively perform all food & beverage tasks.

Maintain a clean, tidy & hygienic appearance. Ensure that the appropriate protective clothing is worn at all times.

Distribution, delivery & service of food & beverages to wards and departments.

Ensuring all equipment, working areas, including storerooms refrigerators & freezers are kept in a clean & hygienic condition and that good hygienic practices are maintained at all times.

Carry out any other duties which are deemed reasonable and in line with the banding of the post.

Providing a food and beverage service including catering for special events to patient staff and visitors.

Preparing, assembling and packing meals for patients and staff

Collection, segregation and disposal of waste materials in accordance with policies.

Shift pattern consists of;

Friday, Saturday and Sunday 1600-2000 (12 hours)

CHoICE Catering Services are provided at Sunderland Royal Hospital & Sunderland Eye Infirmary.

About us

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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). Based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, providing a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.

Note we will not accept applications found to be AI generated.

Employer details

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Employer's website

https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Kayll Road

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

Employer's website

https://www.choicesunderland.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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