Hospitality Assistant (Bank)

Circle Health Group; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Circle Reading Hospital is seeking a Hospitality Assistant on a bank basis to support catering operations. This role covers bank shifts and requires flexibility to cover busy periods. You will assist in food preparation and maintain high standards of safety and service.

Applicants should have hospitality experience, a catering qualification or equivalent, and good knife skills. Basic food hygiene, HACCP knowledge, and strong communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience.
• College, HND or equivalent catering qualification, or relevant industry experience.
• Good knife skills and safe food preparation techniques.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Knowledge of HACCP, COSHH and safe working practices.
• Understanding of infection prevention and food safety standards.
• Strong communication skills with patients, visitors and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Support all kitchen operations and catering duties for smooth food service delivery.
• Prepare food to recipes, quality standards and presentation requirements.
• Undertake kitchen duties and assist colleagues to ensure daily operations run efficiently.
• Ensure all food is prepared, stored and served in line with food safety legislation and policies.
• Follow emergency procedures, alarms and evacuation protocols.
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team and provide courteous patient service.

Skills

Hospitality experience

Food safety knowledge

Knife skills

Organisational skills

Communication with patients

Education

Catering qualification (College/HND)

Job description

Hospitality Assistant (Bank)
Circle Reading Hospital
Bank Shifts
Salary: Up to £12.93 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Circle Reading Hospital is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Hospitality Assistant to join their team of staff in theCatering department.

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties of this role include:

• You support all kitchen operations, undertaking a wide range of catering duties to ensure the smooth and efficient delivery of food services.
• You prepare food to agreed recipes, quality standards and presentation requirements, ensuring consistency across all meals.
• You undertake all kitchen duties as required, supporting colleagues to ensure daily catering operations run efficiently.
• You ensure all food is prepared, stored and served in accordance with food safety legislation and organisational policies.
• You understand and comply with all emergency procedures, alarms and evacuation protocols.
• You work collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team, recognising the contribution of colleagues across all departments.
• You provide a welcoming, courteous and professional service that enhances the patient experience.

Applicants should meet the following criteria:

• Previous kitchen or hospitality experience.
• College, HND or equivalent catering qualification, or relevant industry experience.
• Good knife skills and safe food preparation techniques.
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (or willingness to obtain).
• Good understanding of HACCP principles, COSHH and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and food safety standards.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, visitors and colleagues.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0.
• Willingness to work flexibly to meet service requirements.
• Professional appearance and willingness to comply with the hospital uniform policy.

Salary & Benefits:

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

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