Catering Assistant

NHS National Services Scotland; Ayr; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare provider as a Catering Assistant. This role involves working collaboratively to provide high-quality catering services to patients, staff, and visitors at University Hospital Ayr. You will be responsible for food preparation, delivery, and maintaining hygiene standards. The position offers a supportive environment where your contributions will make a difference in the lives of others. If you are passionate about food service and enjoy working in a caring atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in large scale catering is essential.
• Must be physically fit to meet job demands.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation and delivery.
• Perform cleaning duties related to catering services.

Skills

Good communication skills

Customer care skills

Ability to work under pressure

Knowledge of food hygiene

Education

Standard grade English

Standard grade Arithmetic

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 Catering Assistant based at University Hospital Ayr.

What you will do:

You will be required to work as part of the Catering Production & Services Team, assisting in all aspects of food preparation, delivery, service, and wash up cleaning duties relating to the provision of catering services to Patients, Staff, Visitors and for functions. Main duties will be worked within the Staff dining room.

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:

• Be physically fit to meet the physical demands of the job
• Have good communication and customer care skills
• Have standard grade English and Arithmetic or equivalent
• Have 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
• Keep up-to-date with in role training to ensure health and safety requirements are maintained

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

Hours:

20 hours per week, 4 hours worked between 8am and 4pm.

Shift Details – Monday to Friday

You must be able to work between 9.00am and 14.30pm

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

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