Catering Assistant

Summerhill Services Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A catering services provider in Birmingham is seeking an individual to perform general catering duties, including food service and kitchen cleanliness. Ideal candidates should have experience within NHS environments and be knowledgeable in infection control and food hygiene. This role emphasizes a commitment to sustainability and continuous development within a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Experience providing catering services within an NHS environment.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control.
• Knowledge of COSHH and current food hygiene.

Responsibilities

• Perform general catering duties in kitchens and dining areas.
• Service of food and cleaning of premises.
• Assisting with temperature recording of food.

Job description

Overview

Responsible for performing general catering duties in kitchens, dining rooms and associated areas including the service of food, cleaning of premises and equipment, preparation of snacks, salads, sandwiches, toast and beverages. To assist with temperature recording of all food. Including the safe use of mechanical and electrical equipment following appropriate training.

Ideal Requirements

Ideally you will have experience of providing catering services within an NHS environment and sound understanding of infection prevention and control, COSHH, and current food hygiene.

About SSL

At SSL, we work in partnership with Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health Foundation Trust (BSMHFT), to deliver facilities management, transport and other support services to over 50 sites across the West Midlands. Our team keeps expanding and since our establishment, in 2012, we have grown rapidly though the acquisition of new sites and services. At SSL we take pride in our focus to support and contribute to the Trust's aim which is to help people get better and challenge the stigma associated with mental illness. We are committed to continuous development of our practices and people and the provision of a fair and friendly work environment for everyone.

Sustainability

All staff are expected to support SSL in meeting our 'Green' objectives, being responsible and considerate with regards to all 'resources' used and acting to minimise waste (e.g., products purchased, miles travelled, or power used). SSL is mandated to meet national carbon net zero targets and is being performance managed towards that achievement. Every member of staff wishing to work for SSL is expected to contribute to a greener and more sustainable organisation.