Job summary Contract - Permanent Hours - 37.5 hours per week Base -Bridlington The role will support theCatering Managers, Assistant Catering Managers & Production Managers, in providing a safe, professional and high-quality service. Producing nutritionally analysed dishes for patients, customers and other service users., theywill work with the Facilities & Catering Management to ensure a patient & customer centred and safety focused service. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that a high quality, customer focused and safe food service is provided to the Trust and external customers. The highest technical cookery and professional standards will be employed to meet the requirements of the Trust and Food Safety Act. The post holder will be expected to recommend service improvements and cost savings to management, where there is clear evidence to support the need for action. The post holder will support their teams with training and coaching appropriate corrective action where shortfalls in procedure and service become evident. Main duties of the job Main duties include :- Ensuring the unit is fully prepared for peak times. Implementing corrective action where necessary to revert back to the correct procedure. This will include reporting and recording maintenance requests for all areas of the department. Ensure all Health and Safety systems and procedures are complied with at all times and any hazards are identified, reported to management and properly dealt with to reduce accidents. Plan and organise straightforward activities, some on-going/plan and organise complex activities or programmes requiring formulation/adjustment. Place orders for stock as per unit procedures adhering to assigned par levels. Cook and prepare food to standard recipes, using knives, utensils and mechanical equipment. High level of dexterity required eg preparing food for deadlines, use of fine tools eg for filleting/butchery. Ensuring that the highest possible level of customer service is delivered by all members of the catering team consistently to all customers, both internal and external. To ensure all the cleaning materials and disposables are used economically and that only chemicals provided byYork Teaching Hospital Facilities Management (YTHFM) are used in accordance with cleaning schedules and COSHH training. To assist the Production Manager with recruitment processes as and when required. About us Our benefits We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including: Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme An extensive range of learning and development opportunities Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages. Date posted 07 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 419-6713882-KS-FM Job locations Bridlington District Hospital (BDH) Bessingby Road Bridlington YO16 4QP Job description Job responsibilities A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitmentnhs.net. As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have. YTHFM are currently funding level 1 membership of a Tailored Healthcare Cash Plan for all substantive Band 2 and 3 staff, on a trial basis and as a gesture of goodwill. This provides employees with access to a range of benefits, including refunding the costs of optical and dental services, physiotherapy and wellbeing treatments, up to defined limits. This does not form part of our terms and conditions of employment and could be withdrawn at any time. We also offer discounted membership of Westfield Healths standard Plan for staff on bank contracts or employed in Band 4 or above. Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else. Job description Job responsibilities A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description. Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Working for the Trust Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence. Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitmentnhs.net. As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have. YTHFM are currently funding level 1 membership of a Tailored Healthcare Cash Plan for all substantive Band 2 and 3 staff, on a trial basis and as a gesture of goodwill. This provides employees with access to a range of benefits, including refunding the costs of optical and dental services, physiotherapy and wellbeing treatments, up to defined limits. This does not form part of our terms and conditions of employment and could be withdrawn at any time. We also offer discounted membership of Westfield Healths standard Plan for staff on bank contracts or employed in Band 4 or above. Armed Forces Friendly Employer We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment. COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, this remains our best defence to protect our patients, ourselves and everyone else. Person Specification Education, Qualifications and Training Essential Professional cooking City & Guilds or equivalent demonstrable experience Advanced/Level 3 Food Safety Certificate. Management qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience. Desirable Certificate in Health & Safety, e.g., IOSH. Higher education: Foundation Degree, HND or similar level of education or equivalent demonstrable experience Experience & Knowledge Required Essential In depth knowledge of HACCP Experience of high-volume food production experience Evidence of managing customer service Desirable ECDL or equivalent IT certificate Commercial /retail management Person Specification Education, Qualifications and Training Essential Professional cooking City & Guilds or equivalent demonstrable experience Advanced/Level 3 Food Safety Certificate. Management qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience. Desirable Certificate in Health & Safety, e.g., IOSH. Higher education: Foundation Degree, HND or similar level of education or equivalent demonstrable experience Experience & Knowledge Required Essential In depth knowledge of HACCP Experience of high-volume food production experience Evidence of managing customer service Desirable ECDL or equivalent IT certificate Commercial /retail management Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name York Teaching Hospital Facilities Management (LLP) Address Bridlington District Hospital (BDH) Bessingby Road Bridlington YO16 4QP Employer's website https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)