Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic,
self-motivated and committed individual to influence and contribute as part of
the award winning Catering Services team at Darlington Memorial Hospital .
We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and self-motivated
people to become a part of our team for the safe production of over 20,000
meals per week within a Central Production Unit(CPU) .
Successful applicants
will be expected to display their ability to operate in a very busy environment
whilst displaying Impeccable hygiene standards, knowledge and practices.
The successful applicant will have :
A good knowledge of catering practices and procedures will
be required which may have been gained in a similar hospital environment or in
the catering private sector.
Sound knowledge of food hygiene regulations.
Good knowledge of ingredient recipes and associated
allergens will also be essential.
Demonstrate a can do attitude
The hours are predominantly Monday to Friday 5
a.m. to 12.30 a.m. including Bank Holidays and occasional weekend work when
required
Main duties of the job
To work under the
direction of the Food Production Supervisor
for the cooking 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 cook chill/freeze 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 be committed for
the developing of new menu items for the Catering service
To ensure 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 received into the catering stores. Correct storage and
security of goods, adhering to stock rotation practices
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 Food Production Supervisor and
Catering Manager in the provision of a highly professional catering service
within the CPU 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
catering services in the day to day
operational management of the CPU 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 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.
To represent SCL in participating in the NHS Chef of the
Year competition, in accordance with competition rules.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support and assist the Food Production Supervisor and
Catering Manager in the provision of a highly professional catering service
within the CPU 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
catering services in the day to day
operational management of the CPU 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 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.
To represent SCL in participating in the NHS Chef of the
Year competition, in accordance with competition rules.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 706/1 or equivalent (E)
- 706/2 or equivalent (E)
- Basic English and maths (E)
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene(E)
- Level 3 Certificate in Food Hygiene or working towards it (E)
- A good standard of literacy and numeracy (E)
Desirable
- Customer care experience(D)
- Health and safety(D)
- COSSH(D)
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)
- Ability to work shifts and weekends and have flexibility to needs of the service(E)
- Good timekeeping(E)
- Basic numeracy(E)
- Basic keyboard skills (E)
- Knowledge of food safety and allergen regulations, COSHH and Health & Safety (E)
Desirable
- Clean Driving license (D)
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work shifts and weekends and have flexibility to needs of the service(E)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a kitchen environment(E)
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 706/1 or equivalent (E)
- 706/2 or equivalent (E)
- Basic English and maths (E)
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene(E)
- Level 3 Certificate in Food Hygiene or working towards it (E)
- A good standard of literacy and numeracy (E)
Desirable
- Customer care experience(D)
- Health and safety(D)
- COSSH(D)
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)
- Ability to work shifts and weekends and have flexibility to needs of the service(E)
- Good timekeeping(E)
- Basic numeracy(E)
- Basic keyboard skills (E)
- Knowledge of food safety and allergen regulations, COSHH and Health & Safety (E)
Desirable
- Clean Driving license (D)
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work shifts and weekends and have flexibility to needs of the service(E)
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a kitchen environment(E)
Desirable
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.
