Bank Catering Assistant x5

Bolton Nhs Foundation Trust; Bolton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolton NHS Foundation Trust, through its iFM Bolton Ltd subsidiary, seeks a catering assistant to support meal preparation, service, and associated duties across hospital facilities. You will ensure correct temperatures, maintain hygiene standards, and assist with stock control and service throughout shifts.

The role requires flexibility, good communication, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team within a healthcare environment. DBS disclosure applies.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure in a hospital catering environment.
• Flexibility to cover various shifts and sections.

Responsibilities

• Probe meals temperatures and record results as per policies.
• Clean premises and equipment according to schedules and hygiene policies.
• Operate and clean automatic dishwashers safely.
• Use cleaning chemicals safely (COSHH).
• Disposal of waste per COSHH and HACCP guidance.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Flexibility

Job description

This role is subject to Standard DBS disclosure. The post holder will assist in the preparation, distribution, and meal service to patients, staff, visitors, hospitality and any associated duties ensuring the correct and economical use of all products and equipment are adopted.

Main Duties:

• Temperature probing of meals and the recording of this temperature and other temperatures in accordance with Catering department policies and procedures.
• The cleaning of premises and equipment to correct standards of cleanliness and frequencies laid down in the cleaning schedules and departmental hygiene policies and procedures.
• Safe operating and cleaning of automatic dishwashers.
• Safe usage of cleaning equipment and appropriate chemicals (COSHH).
• Disposal of waste materials as laid down in departmental policies and procedures (COSHH), To comply with the policy of HACCP (Hazard Analysis) and catering department codes of practice and adapt to any new food hygiene regulations.
• Plating and service of meals to patients and staff, visitors and hospitality.
• Delivery of food and beverages as required to any on site location setting up hospitality service as required.
• The issuing of certain food items to the wards with the subsequent correct storage, rotation and maintenance of minimum/maximum stock levels.
• Collection of patient information.
• Completion of any appropriate documentation as required.
• To deal with minor complaints as appropriate or report as necessary.
• To undertake other tasks as appropriate to grade directed by Supervisor on duty.
• May be required to work in any section of the department and perform other catering duties as required by catering management that are considered to be appropriate to the grade.
• Ensure the security of the department buildings and contents are secure at all times.
• Responsible for receipt, issue, and of storage of goods, ensuring that the delivery and storage temperatures are correct and those items are stored properly. Report poor quality products to a senior member of staff.
• To report any breakdowns of equipment and any maintenance requirements.
• Adhere to all catering and Trust wide procedures and policies.
• Ensure consistent satisfactory levels of service is provided on behalf of iFM Bolton Ltd at all times The ideal candidate will have good communication skills, work well under pressure, able to work alone and as part of a team. The ideal candidate will also be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the service. Integrated Facilities Management (iFM) Bolton Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of Bolton NHS Foundation Trust. We provide facilities management services at the Royal Bolton Hospital and the surrounding community health centres. Most inpatients will come into contact with iFM Bolton staff during their stay through our various services.

Our company is one built with local people at the heart of everything we do. Our services ensure the smooth running of the health care services within the community of Bolton. Our colleagues are dedicated professionals who share a passion to provide the best service possible. If you want to work for a company that makes a difference, supports the local community and is the backbone of vital services within healthcare, then look no further.