An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the catering Team at St Richards Hospital.
We are looking for a self-motivated individual to join our team as a Food Service Assistant on our busy wards at St Richards Hospital, working on a specialist unit.
We have 3 positions available, all 33 hour a week posts, over 3 days a week, working 11 hour days (these are spread over 6 days - Not Sundays).
* PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY -
Full-time/part-time hours are available. (Additional bank positions/hours may be available on an ad hoc basis when desired.)
Applicants should have experience working with elderly people and possess the knowledge and understanding to support their catering requirements. Therefore, it is essential that applicants have previous work experience in a hospital or care environment and are able to evidence their experience at the time of the interview. Candidates should demonstrate a good understanding of this customer group and their needs, along with a caring, patient attitude in line with our Trust values.
The role involves interacting directly with patients to take meal orders, serving hot and cold meals, and serving beverages; therefore, excellent communication skills are essential.
Food Service Assistants are responsible for maintaining a clean environment to a high standard, completing HACCP documentation, and having a basic understanding of COSHH and food safety is essential.
Food Service Assistants are required to use a range of equipment such as iPads, Regen hot meal trolleys, and beverage carts. While full training will be provided to operate safely, applicants should be aware that the duration of their shift will involve being on their feet, pushing, pulling, bending, and lifting while sometimes working in warm environments.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff, which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching, and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career, we will help you grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex, you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Responsibilities include:
1. Maintain good communication, liaison, and working arrangements with ward staff, own team, and other hospital departments.
2. Communicate effectively with patients and their relatives to ensure their food and beverage requirements are met.
3. Communicate in a courteous, co-operative, and sympathetic manner with due regard for privacy, dignity, and confidentiality at all times.
4. Read and understand written and verbal instructions, and complete HACCP records accurately.
5. Take instruction and direction from catering team leaders and senior staff on the ward.
6. Ensure daily orders are communicated in a timely manner to enable the Catering Department to prepare and deliver food items on time.
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