Ward Meal Service Specialist — Patient Catering

University Hospitals Of Leicester Nhs Trust; Leicester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

The University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust is recruiting a Patient Catering Assistant to support the main kitchen and ward meal service. You will operate in chilled production, reheat meals on wards, and ensure timely delivery in line with food safety guidelines.

The role involves collaboration with ward staff and patients, with responsibilities spanning from meal assembly to cleaning duties. Applicants should be prepared to work in a fast-paced hospital environment, maintain high standards

Qualifications

• Food safety awareness and adherence to policies.
• Ability to work with ward staff to serve meals promptly.
• Good communication with patients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient meals to wards in a timely manner.
• Prepare and reheat meals on wards using microwaves.
• Check meals delivered to patients and collect items as wards finish.
• Wash up and clean ward kitchens and return crockery to catering.
• Record and dispose of food waste and maintain safety paperwork.
• Support departmental cleaning and equipment maintenance.

Skills

Food safety

Teamwork

Customer service

Ward services

Tools

Industrial dishwasher

Job description

The University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust is recruiting a Patient Catering Assistant to support the main kitchen and ward meal service. You will operate in chilled production, reheat meals on wards, and ensure timely delivery in line with food safety guidelines.

The role involves collaboration with ward staff and patients, with responsibilities spanning from meal assembly to cleaning duties. Applicants should be prepared to work in a fast-paced hospital environment, maintain high standards