Hospital Porter & Food Service Driver

NHS; South Shields; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider based in South Shields is seeking a Porter / Food Services Assistant. The role involves delivering meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a safe meal service. Candidates should have a driving license and experience in catering, along with basic hygiene certification. Flexibility and the ability to work independently are essential. This position offers a welcoming work environment with additional benefits.

Benefits

Fitness Centre

Cycle to work scheme

Childcare Coordinator access

Qualifications

• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to manage tasks independently.
• Experience of working in a healthcare environment.
• Previous experience in dealing with the public.

Responsibilities

• Complete daily food service tasks to Trust locations.
• Ensure the patient, staff and visitor meal service is safe and hygienic.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness.
• Check food supplies according to safety management systems.

Skills

Good understanding of catering services

Ability to accept and prioritise instructions

Driving Licence

Previous knowledge of catering environment

Education

Basic Numeracy and Literacy education

Basic Food Hygiene Certificate

Tools

Cash registers and card payment machines

Job description

A healthcare provider based in South Shields is seeking a Porter / Food Services Assistant. The role involves delivering meals, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring a safe meal service. Candidates should have a driving license and experience in catering, along with basic hygiene certification. Flexibility and the ability to work independently are essential. This position offers a welcoming work environment with additional benefits.