Job summary 1 x 14 hours per week Saturday and Sunday Based in retail outlets Our team is just that - a team - all supporting each other and working together to achieve the best outcomes, and we are really proud of this. We cannot wait to welcome you to the team when you start and will have experienced Catering Staff to help you along the way. Our service is one where your passion, drive and motivation will genuinely make a real difference. Don't just take our word for it, have a chat with Lynn Thomson our Assistant Manager. Catering experience is desirable along with a Level 2 Certificate in food safety though this is not essential, as full training will be given. Main duties of the job It goes without saying that you will be required to adhere to departmental standards and food hygiene regulations. You will also act at all times in a manner that upholds the Trust's values, working as part of a team to ensure efficiency and excellent customer care. This is a challenging but rewarding job role and there's no doubt that will need motivated, enthusiastic team players, who are willing to work hard within a strong team, to provide a KEY service within the hospital for both staff and patients. Come and join us here at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals a place where we are proud to work. You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of. About us We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria. Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns. You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path. You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of. To find out what really goes on follow the link below: https://vimeo.com/691365094/a4186d25cd https://vimeo.com/685894666/323be04684 Date posted 17 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 2 Salary £23,615 a year Pro rata, per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 438-PB2492 Job locations Chorley District Hospital Euxton Lane Chorley PR7 1PP Job description Job responsibilities To assist with all associated duties connected with the Retail Outlets that serves staff and Visitors. Barista Training would be an advantage in this role alongside Customer Services experience, but not essential as full training would be given. You will be required to adhere to departmental standards and food hygiene regulations. To act at all times in a manner that upholds the Trusts values, working as part of a team to ensure efficiency and excellent customer care. Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure an accurate exchange of information about catering tasks and service needs. Communicate with a range of customers in person and over the telephone to understand individual needs and provide information relating to the catering service. Undertake all duties relating to food service, including: - preparing food service areas and equipment serving food and drinks in patient / staff dining outlets and on the patient meal assembly belt serving food and drinks at hospitality events held on Trust premises and occasionally in other locations Delivering and collecting meal trolleys to/from wards and departments. Clearing and tidying up after any catering operation. Undertake cleaning either manually or using mechanical equipment provided e.g. cleaning of areas, washing of crockery, cutlery and utensils. Operate cash registers in retail areas, demonstrating diligence at all times. Job description Job responsibilities To assist with all associated duties connected with the Retail Outlets that serves staff and Visitors. Barista Training would be an advantage in this role alongside Customer Services experience, but not essential as full training would be given. You will be required to adhere to departmental standards and food hygiene regulations. To act at all times in a manner that upholds the Trusts values, working as part of a team to ensure efficiency and excellent customer care. Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure an accurate exchange of information about catering tasks and service needs. Communicate with a range of customers in person and over the telephone to understand individual needs and provide information relating to the catering service. Undertake all duties relating to food service, including: - preparing food service areas and equipment serving food and drinks in patient / staff dining outlets and on the patient meal assembly belt serving food and drinks at hospitality events held on Trust premises and occasionally in other locations Delivering and collecting meal trolleys to/from wards and departments. Clearing and tidying up after any catering operation. Undertake cleaning either manually or using mechanical equipment provided e.g. cleaning of areas, washing of crockery, cutlery and utensils. Operate cash registers in retail areas, demonstrating diligence at all times. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education to GCSE standard Willingness to work towards Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety, COSHH, Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness (in-house training to be provided) Desirable Level 2 certificate in H.A.C.C.P COSHH qualification Basic Health and Safety Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety Level 2 Certificate in Allergen Awareness Knowledge Essential Previous Experience in the Catering/Food Industry Previous experience in dealing with the public Awareness of the standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the food industry Desirable Knowledge of Therapeutic diets Awareness of confidentiality in an NHS environment Knowledge of Information Governance Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good general education to GCSE standard Willingness to work towards Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety, COSHH, Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness (in-house training to be provided) Desirable Level 2 certificate in H.A.C.C.P COSHH qualification Basic Health and Safety Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety Level 2 Certificate in Allergen Awareness Knowledge Essential Previous Experience in the Catering/Food Industry Previous experience in dealing with the public Awareness of the standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the food industry Desirable Knowledge of Therapeutic diets Awareness of confidentiality in an NHS environment Knowledge of Information Governance 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 Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Chorley District Hospital Euxton Lane Chorley PR7 1PP Employer's website https://www.lancsteachinghospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)