Job Introduction
This job puts good food on the table.
Ellens Glen House
is a 60-bed community hospital set in a beautiful grounds with free car parking and easy access for public transport.
As a Catering Assistant at Sodexo in Ellens Glen House 72 Cranbree Avenue Edinburgh EH16 6FF, you will ensure the organisation provides Patients, Staff and Visitors with a high quality person-centred and safe catering service. Assisting with the preparation of food and contributing to the operation and cleanliness of kitchens, dining rooms, serveries and all associated equipment whilst supporting the production, portioning, distribution and service of the meals and snacks. You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way.
What you’ll do:
* Participate in delivering a high-quality, professional service to patients, staff, and visitors
* Clean crockery, cutlery, utensils, containers, and small-scale equipment manually and using machine washers
* Clean floors, work surfaces, furnishings, and related equipment manually and with machines
* Prepare and present sandwiches for service to patients, staff, and visitors
* Assist chefs with basic food preparation
* Prepare tea run and deliver it to wards and departments
* Clean and prepare ward food trolleys for meal service
* Deliver food to wards when required
* Comply with food hygiene regulations regarding food service equipment cleaning and departmental cleanliness, including dismantling and assembling equipment for cleaning
* Comply with Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), ensuring all relevant paperwork is completed
* Ensure compliance with procedures, including Health and Safety regulations, manual handling, risk assessment, fire safety, and Healthcare Associated Infection guidelines
* Notify supervisor or relevant staff of faulty equipment, building repairs, maintenance needs, and requests for personal protective equipment
* Ensure building security measures are taken, such as locking doors and securing windows
* Demonstrate duties and procedures to relief staff covering duties
* Store goods correctly and use stock on a rotational basis
* Participate in Department Performance and Development Reviews
* Maintain confidentiality at all times
* Support the values of quality, teamwork, care, compassion, dignity, respect, and openness through appropriate behaviours and attitudes
What you bring:
* Good communication and interpersonal skills
* Good customer care skills
* Basic literacy and numeracy
* Knowledge gained through corporate and local induction
* Completion of internal training programme
* Training for cash handling
* Manual Handling and Fire Awareness training
* Attainment of Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate within 6 months (one-day course)
* Working knowledge of procedures and equipment relevant to the role
* Ability to operate mechanical and electrical machinery safely and effectively
* Knowledge of Health & Safety Policies and work procedures
* Knowledge of Infection Control Policy, Guidelines, and Procedures
What we offer:
Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
* Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
* Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
* Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
* The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
* Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
* Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
* A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
* Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools.
* Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
* Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
* Flexible and dynamic work environment
* Competitive compensation
* Full training and full protective uniform supplied.
Ready to be part of something greater?