This is an exciting opportunity to joint to a busy, supportive, and dynamic multidisciplinary in/outpatient service serving South London and Maudsley and the successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Administrator, Administrator, Ward Manager, Business Manager and other team members, providing top-tier housekeeping support.
The postholder will work as an integral part of the ward team and be responsible for the coordination of all client facilities services in the ward area ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment.
The main elements of the role are ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of cleaning, catering, maintenance, laundry, together with other specified tasks to meet individual client needs as determined by the ward manager/shift co-ordinator.
The postholder will be required to work closely with contractors and support service departments and monitor quality standards, report deficiencies and ensure requested work is completed.
To carry out Quality Audits on the ward.
To ensure spillages are dealt with swiftly and efficiently.
To ensure the ward is safe and tidy at all times.
Liaise with the domestic department for arranging deep cleaning when requested.
To order meals/catering requirements for patients.
To ensure the daily menu is displayed correctly. Assist clients in ordering food.
To update catering with requirements for special diets.
To co-ordinate extra meal requirements that may arise.
Ensure the dining area is a pleasant environment and tables are laid with condiments, cutlery and crockery where appropriate ensuring the ward kitchen is clean and tidy.
Order hardware, crockery and cutlery and monitor usage.
Contact laundry when supplies are running low. Keep linen and laundry room tidy, obtaining clean laundry when required.
To manage the ward’s work requisition log, reporting all defects and closing down when completed .
To co-ordinate other ad-hoc maintenance.
To respect the privacy and dignity of clients whilst carrying out housekeeping duties.
Organise the storage of client’s property including left property.
To support the Ward manager in maintaining Health and Safety on the ward.
To welcome and guide visitors on the ward, liaising with appropriate staff and maintaining confidentiality.
To assist with training staff regarding housekeeping services.
To be aware of new food hygiene standards.
To ensure meeting rooms are clean, tidy and prepared prior to use.

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