Undertake the collection, ordering and distribution of patient food in a timely manner at appropriate mealtimes. Taking menu orders directly from patients. Taking delivery of food trolleys. The serving of food trays directly to the patient. Preparing patients for their meal and directly assisting patients assessed as suitable by the Registered Nurse. The collection and return of trays to food trolleys, noting what patients have/have not eaten and report, where necessary to the nurse in charge. Completing bedside food and drink charts. Prepare and distribute water jugs to patients as required. Prepare and distribute hot and cold drinks to patients as required Ensure housekeeping and day-to-day management of the kitchen is maintained in that: - The area, including any utensils, is clean and fit for use.- The refrigerator temperature is recorded daily.- Any consumable items are properly stored and within date. Monitor the adequacy of linen deliveries, reporting defects or inadequate supplies to the Ward/Unit Manager or nurse in charge of shift. Keep the sluice and utility areas tidy and bag soiled linen in accordance with Trust policy. To act at all times in a responsible and safe manner while in the department and encourage a warm and welcoming environment for patients, staff and visitors. Promote and practice the highest standards of hygiene and the prevention and control of infection at all times. Assist the team to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness of clinical based medical equipment i.e., dressing trolleys, drip stands. Ensure and monitor that repairs are reported and carried out as quickly aspossible on any broken equipment. Monitor the clinical areas state of cleanliness, tidiness and carry out any other minor housekeeping duties as required, i.e., remove rubbish and tidy bedside lockers and tables.