Facilities Assistant

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Wath upon Dearne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in Wath upon Dearne seeks a Facilities Assistant - Catering to support the kitchen operations. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of service while providing meals for patients, staff, and visitors. Training is provided, and flexibility regarding shifts, including weekends and Bank Holidays, is essential. Competitive conditions and commitment to employee wellbeing are prioritized.

Benefits

In-house training opportunities

Employee wellness programs

Participation in staff networks

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a catering environment is desirable.
• Willingness to undergo training.
• Flexibility to work varying shifts, including weekends and Bank Holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day-to-day running of the kitchen.
• Ensure high standards of customer service.
• Complete relevant paperwork according to policies.

Skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work in a team

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Facilities Assistant - Catering to join our Catering Team at Wathwood Hospital, Wath upon Dearne.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the day to day running of the kitchen at Wathwood Hospital providing meals for patients, staff and visitors.
• Ensure high standards of customer service and catering services.
• Complete all relevant paperwork in line with trust policies and procedures.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Previous experience of working within a catering environment is desirable but not essential as full training will be given.
• 30 hours per week – 6 hour shifts, 5 days/7 (including weekends and Bank Holidays).
• We have in-house training to support your personal development and training needs.
• DBS: Applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check; costs are deducted from salary over the first 2 months (£26.40 standard or £54.40 enhanced). You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service (annual fee £16).

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Melanie Armes, Job title: Facilities Co-Ordinator, Email: [e-mail], Telephone: [phone] ext 3333

Dawn Stanley - Catering Senior Supervisor

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