Job summary
The successful candidate will play an integral role within
the team in ensuring that the food is prepared, delivered and the department is
cleaned to the highest standard. Previous catering and barista trained is
desirable for this post
Successful post holders will be responsible for the
provision of catering services within Hollies Restaurant and Cafe Quick and to
ensure that areas are safe and hygienic at all times. All staff would be part
of a team and have the ability to use a degree of initiative to prioritize and
organise the daily duties, whilst maintaining a professional approach at all
times regardless of the situation. Post holders will be also be expected to be
flexible to the needs of the service.
The successful applicant will have :
Previous catering experience in a fast paced environment
Sound knowledge of food hygiene regulations
Demonstrate a can do attitude
Excellent communication and customer care skills
Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene
Main duties of the job
Service Delivery
To work under the direction of the Retail Services
Supervisor/Manager and assist in the preparation of nutritious and appetizing
meals and snacks for staff and visitors, according to planned menu using
specified recipes, methods and systems for cook chill catering to the highest possible standards
nutritional, temperature, quality, presentation, hygiene and safety and
allergen regulations
To be involved in the preparation of all retail and buffet
products, adhering strictly to standard recipes, methods and production
planning adhered to.
Ensure high standards of food quality from point of
purchase to meal preparation, cooking and service, ensuring quality control
process throughout.
To operate the electronic tills and the handling of cash
To work within the coffee shop outlet after full training
with the barista style machines
To assist in temperature monitoring and recording of all
produced meals/foodstuffs and food storage equipment in accordance with
standards as laid down in the Catering Departments Policies and Procedures and
Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points(HACCP)
Assist with receipt, quality assurance and
stock control of goods
About us
SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.
SCL offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:
- A Competitive salary
- Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
- Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
- Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)
Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support
and assist the Retail Supervisor and Retail Manager in the provision of a
highly professional catering service within the retail units at Darlington
Memorial Hospital and to ensure that high quality standards are met at all
times
To follow
the policies and procedures laid down by the retail services in the day to day
operational management of retail and to ensure a high quality and cost
effective service
To ensure
that food safety regulations are adhered to at all times.
Provide
and maintain a highly customer focused restaurant facility.
Ensure
that communication channels are maintained between appropriate staff / visitor
/ patient groups with regard to patient feeding.
Work in a
safe manner so that no other persons are put at risk whilst completing the
required duties.
Initially
deal with any complaints / comments regarding the service in a courteous manner
from Trust staff or patients.
Developing
staff preferences, promoting flexible working arrangements, and encourage
change of working practice following major life changing events.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support
and assist the Retail Supervisor and Retail Manager in the provision of a
highly professional catering service within the retail units at Darlington
Memorial Hospital and to ensure that high quality standards are met at all
times
To follow
the policies and procedures laid down by the retail services in the day to day
operational management of retail and to ensure a high quality and cost
effective service
To ensure
that food safety regulations are adhered to at all times.
Provide
and maintain a highly customer focused restaurant facility.
Ensure
that communication channels are maintained between appropriate staff / visitor
/ patient groups with regard to patient feeding.
Work in a
safe manner so that no other persons are put at risk whilst completing the
required duties.
Initially
deal with any complaints / comments regarding the service in a courteous manner
from Trust staff or patients.
Developing
staff preferences, promoting flexible working arrangements, and encourage
change of working practice following major life changing events.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work shifts and weekends and have flexibility to needs of the service(E)
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene (E) Basic English and maths (E) A good standard of literacy and numeracy (E)
- Food allergy training and understanding (E)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Natural & enthusiastic staff member(E) Ability to follow clear instructions and feedback to senior staff (E) Committed to quality customer care/delivering excellent customer service.(E) Effective interpersonal skills (E)
- Able to work with minimal supervision following set procedures. (E) Flexible approach to work and adaptable to change(E) Good manual dexterity, physical fitness(E) Good timekeeping(E)
- Basic numeracy(E)
- Knowledge of food safety and allergen regulations (E)
Desirable
- Basic keyboard skills (D)
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work shifts and weekends and have flexibility to needs of the service(E)
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene (E) Basic English and maths (E) A good standard of literacy and numeracy (E)
- Food allergy training and understanding (E)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Natural & enthusiastic staff member(E) Ability to follow clear instructions and feedback to senior staff (E) Committed to quality customer care/delivering excellent customer service.(E) Effective interpersonal skills (E)
- Able to work with minimal supervision following set procedures. (E) Flexible approach to work and adaptable to change(E) Good manual dexterity, physical fitness(E) Good timekeeping(E)
- Basic numeracy(E)
- Knowledge of food safety and allergen regulations (E)
Desirable
- Basic keyboard skills (D)
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.
