Catering Assistant

at  Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

We are seeking an enthusiastic and hardworking Catering Assistant to join our friendly dedicated catering team at Forston Clinic
This position is for 15 hours per week and the proposed rota is as follows
Week 1 Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00-15:00
Week 2 Monday, Tuesday, Friday 10:00-15:00
As a Catering Assistant you will help keep the kitchen clean and tidy and main role would be washing up, also assisting in the staff dining room.
Catering Assistants within the hospital have a key role in maintaining a high standard of meal provision to patients and make a valuable contribution in the wider care team that supports patients during their time in hospital. You should have good organisational and communication skills, be flexible in your approach to work whilst demonstrating an ability to work using your own initiative and work as part of a team.
Employment in this post requires a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
The position is for15 hours per week
This post can include bank holidays
The successful applicant will be knowledgeable in hospital cleaning processes and have an awareness and understanding of Infection Prevention Control and COSHH, all training will be given.
You should be able to demonstrate a clear understanding of the expectations of a hospital service
Duties will be interesting and varied to include,
Refilling vending machines on site and off site
Preparing sandwiches and assisting in preparation of patient meals
Ensuring the kitchen is kept to a high standard of cleanliness
Washing up cooking pots, trays and ensuring hot food trollies are cleaned when they are returned after meals
Getting rid of and recording the kitchen waste and packaging into large bins
When required serving in the hospital restaurant to both staff and member of the public.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We’re all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
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