Catering Assistant - Ward Host

NHS; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you at a forward-thinking healthcare provider, where you can make a difference as a Catering Assistant. This role is perfect for those who are passionate about food service and eager to contribute to a positive hospital environment. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality meals to patients and staff, ensuring cleanliness and hygiene standards are met. Join a supportive team that values your growth and offers flexible working hours. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and are committed to delivering exceptional service, this position is for you!

Benefits

Fitness Centre Access

Cycle to Work Scheme

Childcare Co-ordinator Access

Qualifications

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate is essential for the role.
• Good understanding of catering services is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the production and service of high-quality meals.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in food service areas.

Skills

Communication Skills

Catering Experience

Basic Numeracy and Literacy

Ability to prioritize instructions

Education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Basic Numeracy and Literacy education

Job description

Go back City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)

Catering Assistant - Ward Host

The closing date is 13 May 2025

CHoICEFacilities Services are seeking a passionate, hardworking and reliableindividual to join our team and fulfil the role of Catering Assistant (WardHost).

This role is 12hours per week with a shift pattern of 4pm-8pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday.Weekend working (Saturday and Sunday) carries an uplift of 30% of standard pay.

The role is an exciting opportunity for people who are motivated, flexible,task focused & who have excellent communications skills. We encourage andsupport our employees to progress within CHoICE and offer full training on thejob.

You would be responsible for assisting clinical staff in the efficient andeffective production & service of a high quality of meals & beverageson several wards, for patients, staff and visitors, including associatedcleaning and hygiene related duties. The role is ward based and involvescollecting & delivering meals to wards for patients and can be physicallydemanding.

If you areambitious, caring, team player and strive to deliver high standards services,we would like to hear from YOU!

To join afriendly, organised and positive working environment, apply for the role ofWard Host.

Please note this advert may close earlier than the stated closing date due to the volume of applications received

Previous applicants neednot apply, thank you.

Main duties of the job

To deliver nationally recognised high quality, safe, cost effective services for the people, patients and stakeholders.

To deliver a wide range of high quality, effective & compliant Facilities Management (FM), Procurement and Pharmacy Services.

Tofollow food & beverage handling procedures, in accordance with national andlocal regulations.

Undertakestock management, receipt and delivery of stock, reporting any discrepancies ordamaged goods.

Maintainthe appropriate knowledge & skills to safely and effectively perform all food& beverage tasks.

Maintain a clean, tidy & hygienic appearance. Ensure that the appropriate protectiveclothing is worn at all times.

Distribution, delivery & service of food & beverages to wards and departments.

Ensuring all equipment, working areas, includingstorerooms refrigerators & freezers are kept in a clean & hygieniccondition and that good hygienic practices are maintained atall times.

Carry out any other duties which are deemed reasonableand in line with the banding of the post.

Providing a food and beverageservice including catering for special events to patient staff andvisitors.

Preparing, assembling and packingmeals for patients and staff

Collection,segregation and disposal of waste materials in accordance with policies.

Shift pattern consists of;

Friday, Saturday and Sunday 1600-2000 (12 hours)

CHoICE Catering Services are provided at Sunderland Royal Hospital & SunderlandEye Infirmary.

About us

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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). Based at Sunderland Royal Hospital, providing a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ around 650 staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement specialists and pharmacists.

Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.

We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.

Note we will not accept applications found to be AI generated.

Job responsibilities

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

To beresponsible for assisting in the efficient and effective production &service of a high quality of meals & beverages, for patients, staff andvisitors, including associated cleaning and hygiene related duties.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Basic Numeracy and Literacy education
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Experience

• Good understanding of catering services
• Catering Experience
• Experience of working in a healthcare environment
• Experience in production environment
• Experience of cash/card payment handling
• Previous experience in dealing with the public

Physical Skills

• Combination of bending/lifting/standing and walking with frequent requirement for physical effort.

Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to accept and prioritise instructions
• Previous knowledge of catering environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer name

City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE)