Catering Assistant

NHS National Services Scotland; Ayr; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Bank Catering Assistant to support food preparation and delivery at University Hospital Ayr. This role involves assisting in catering services for patients, staff, and visitors. Candidates should have good communication skills and a willingness to work in a hygienic environment. Training will be provided where necessary.

Qualifications

• Good communication, verbal or otherwise, and practical skills are essential.
• Desirable to have a current Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Ability to work in a hygienic setting regarding all aspects of food handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation, delivery, and service.
• Perform wash-up cleaning duties relating to catering services.
• Meet the physical demands of the job.

Skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Teamwork

Knowledge of food hygiene

Education

Standard grade English and Arithmetic or equivalent

Job description

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)

Position:

An opportunity has arisen for a Bank Catering Assistant based at University Hospital Ayr.

What you will do:

You will work as part of the Catering Production & Services Team, working within all areas, assisting in all aspects of food preparation, delivery, service, wash-up cleaning duties relating to the provision of catering services to Patients, Staff, Visitors and for functions

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

You will have good communication, verbal or otherwise and practical skills are essential

Desirable for current Food Hygiene Certificate, or essential to complete with the first 3 months of employment. Desirable previous experience of working within a large scale catering environment would be an advantage, however full training will be given.

· Meet physical demands of the job

· Good communication and customer care skills

· Standard grade English and Arithmetic or equivalent

· Experience of working in large scale catering

· Ability to work in a hygienic setting regarding all aspects of food handling

· Ability to work under pressure, be flexible and adaptable You are required to be proficient in and have knowledge of or undertake training in

· Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (6 hrs + exam)

· Food Hygiene Regulations (2006) and Food Safety Assurance system

· Safe Systems of Work /work schedules

· Health and Safety Policies / regulations

· Infection Control practices

· Cash Handling and Standing Financial Instructions

· Healthcare Support Workers Workbook

· National Catering Assistant Workbook

· Complete and maintain Corporate Mandatory & Statutory Training requirements

· Waste management requirements and Regulations

· Allergen Regulations requirements

· Patient therapeutic diet requirements, including Modified Texture Consistency Staged Diets

All preferred candidates must attend a Corporate Induction programme before commencement of employment; thereafter an ongoing program of Mandatory & Statutory training.

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours: Shift Details - AAWR between the hours of 06:30am - 20:30pm

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact Douglas Lindsay, Deputy Catering Manager (South) on 01292 61055 / [e-mail]

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR OVERSEAS CANDIDATES

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found within the attached Candidate Information Pack.

It is ESSENTIAL that you have checked that you either already have an appropriate right to work in the UK or that the post would be eligible to be sponsored BEFORE submitting your application form.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ALL CANDIDATES

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