Senior Catering Assistant

Trac Limited; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Senior Catering Assistant to join their dynamic team. This part-time role offers the chance to contribute to the well-being of patients by providing essential food services. You'll be involved in meal preparation, serving, and maintaining hygiene standards in a fast-paced environment. If you're passionate about food safety and customer service, this opportunity will allow you to make a meaningful impact in a supportive and inclusive workplace. Join us in delivering high-quality catering services that enhance patient care and satisfaction.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Childcare vouchers

Flexible working

Competitive pension

Weekend enhancements

Full uniform

Qualifications

• Experience working in a team environment is essential.
• Commitment to ongoing development is required.

Responsibilities

• Serve patient meals at ward level and assist in food preparation.
• Comply with hygiene, health, and safety practices.

Skills

Good literacy skills

High customer service standards

Ability to work independently

Ability to work under pressure

Manage workload and prioritize effectively

Education

Level 2 award in food safety or equivalent

Level 3 in Food Safety

Tools

HACCP

COSHH

Job description

Trac proudly powers the recruitment for

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

About

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust is the main provider of district general hospital services for nearly half a million people in Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin, and mid Wales.

Our main service locations are The Princess Royal Hospital in Telford and The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital in Shrewsbury, which together provide 99% of our activity. Both hospitals offer a wide range of acute hospital services including accident & emergency, outpatient services, diagnostics, inpatient medical care, and critical care. During 2012/13, the Princess Royal Hospital became our main specialist centre for inpatient head and neck surgery, with the establishment of a new Head and Neck ward and enhanced outpatient facilities. It also became our main centre for inpatient Women and Children’s services following the opening of the Shropshire Women and Children’s Centre in September 2014. During 2012/13, The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital became our main specialist centre for acute surgery, with new facilities including a Surgical Assessment Unit, Surgical Short Stay Unit, and Ambulatory Care. The hospitals have just over 700 beds and assessment & treatment trolleys.

In addition to these hospital services, we provide community and outreach services such as: Consultant-led outreach clinics (including the Wrekin Community Clinic at Euston House in Telford); Midwife-led units at Ludlow, Bridgnorth, and Oswestry; Renal dialysis outreach services at Ludlow Hospital; and community services including Midwifery, Audiology, and Therapies.

Contact

Key details

Location

Gwefan: The Princess Royal Hospital

Cyfeiriad: Apley Castle, Telford, TF1 6TF

Major / Minor Region: Shropshire

Contract type & working pattern

Contract: Fixed term: 12 months (to cover secondment)

Oriau: Part time - 20 hours per week

Salary

Cyflog: £23,615 per annum/pro rata

Cyfnod cyflog: Yearly

Gradd: NHS AfC: Band 2

Specialty

Prif leoliad: Catering

Trosolwg o'r swydd

We have an exciting opportunity for a 20-hour, 12-month fixed-term Senior Catering Assistant to join our friendly, busy, and dynamic Catering Team at The Princess Royal Hospital, Telford.

The post holder will work as part of the food service team in the Catering Department and at ward level to provide an efficient catering service for both patient and commercial services. Responsibilities include serving patient meals at ward level, assisting in food preparation and cleaning in the main kitchen, and working in the central dish wash and pot area. The role may also involve working in our café bistro located in the women’s and children’s area, and at Apley restaurant.

If you are interested, we welcome your application.

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• Perform general cleaning duties in accordance with departmental schedules, using appropriate materials and PPE.
• Comply with hygiene, health, and safety practices, including food safety legislation.
• Maintain high standards of personal hygiene as per Trust policies and legal requirements.
• Ensure proper storage and stock rotation following HACCP principles.
• Complete HACCP food safety documentation, including recording food temperatures and taking corrective actions as needed.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

Our catering department serves patients and operates two retail outlets: the Apley Restaurant and the Caffe Bistro in the Women’s & Children’s atrium. We also have vending machines around the hospital. Our system is cook/chill, with menus supplied by an external provider.

Benefits of working for the NHS include: generous annual leave, childcare vouchers, flexible working, competitive pension, weekend enhancements, and full uniform.

Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl

For full duties and responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description.

By applying through Trac, you consent to the transfer of your application data to NHS systems for recruitment and employment management. If successful, your NHS service details may be obtained through the ESR system. You need to provide proof of qualifications if required, and your certificates may be verified with the issuing institutions.

If an alternative format is needed, contact the Recruitment Team at 01743 492402.

Due to high response, the post may close early. We do not accept CVs or keep them on file. For online application issues, contact the provided number.

We are committed to removing barriers for disabled and long-term health condition applicants and will offer interviews to those meeting minimum criteria. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including males, ethnic minorities, and disabled candidates, and from the Armed Forces community.

We promote equal opportunities and a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from all community sectors, regardless of age, gender, disability, race, religion, or sexual orientation.

If you do not meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply, as we value diverse experiences and backgrounds.

We aim to create a flexible, trusting workplace and discuss flexible working options at interview.

Thank you for your interest in The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust. We look forward to your application.

Applicant requirements

This role involves working with vulnerable individuals and is subject to DBS checks under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) 2020.

Person specification

Education and Qualifications

Meini prawf hanfodol

• Level 2 award in food safety or equivalent
• Commitment to ongoing development

Meini prawf dymunol

• Level 3 in Food Safety

Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol

• Ability to work independently
• Manage workload and prioritize effectively
• Experience working in a team
• Ability to work under pressure

Meini prawf dymunol

• Experience in catering (training provided)

Skills and Knowledge

Meini prawf hanfodol

• Good literacy skills and ability to understand instructions and policies
• High customer service standards

Meini prawf dymunol

• Knowledge of food safety systems, HACCP, COSHH, and allergens
• Ability to communicate with stakeholders including patients, staff, and external agencies