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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
Our purpose:
Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran.
Our values:
* Caring, safe, respectful
What you will do:
You will work as part of the Catering Production & Services Team, assisting in all aspects of food preparation, delivery, service, wash-up cleaning duties relating to the provision of catering services to Patients, Staff, Visitors and for functions/external income. You will be asked to cover shifts during periods of annual leave and sick leave. The hours of cover required will be within 07:30am - 20:30pm which can include weekends.
Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:
* To be available to complete Corporate induction training programme and thereafter the department induction and on-the-job training.
* Good communication and customer care skills
* Standard grade English and Arithmetic or equivalent
* Experience of working in large scale catering
* Ability to work in a hygienic setting regarding all aspects of food handling
* Ability to work under pressure, be flexible and adaptable
* Be able to meet the physical demands of the job
You will be required to be proficient in and have knowledge of or undertake training in:
* Elementary Food Hygiene Certificate (6 hrs + exam)
* SVQ Food & Beverage Service level 1 or equivalent
* Food Hygiene Regulations (2006) and Food Safety Assurance system
* Safe Systems of Work / work schedules
* Health and Safety Policies / regulations
* Infection Control practices
* Cash Handling and Standing Financial Instructions
* National Catering Assistant Workbook
* Complete and maintain Corporate Mandatory & Statutory Training requirements
* Waste management requirements and Regulations
* Allergen Regulations requirements
* Patient therapeutic diet requirements, including Modified Texture Consistency Staged Diets
Hours:
This is a bank post, working as and when required. The hours of cover required will be within 07:30am - 20:30pm which can include weekends.
If you want to find out more about the role, please contact Douglas Lindsay, Deputy Catering Manager on 01292 61055 14139, [emailprotected]
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES:
* You should apply for this post by completing the application process on JobTrain.
* DO NOT upload a CV as this will not be used for shortlisting purposes.
* Posts close at midnight on the indicated date. Late applications will not be accepted.
* For help to complete an application on JobTrain, please follow this link: Application Process
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* Please note that our correspondence method is by email, therefore please ensure you enter your email address accurately.
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* Please contact JobTrain Candidate Support Hub: Support Hub for advice and support with any system issues.
* Once you have submitted your application form you will be unable to make any amendments.
* Some of our vacancies are for internal candidates only. If you are a staff member, please ensure you update your JobTrain profile to reflect that you are employed by NHS Ayrshire and Arran.
* Please note, for all vacancies where a driving licence is required this must be a full UK/EU/EEA licence.
* NHS Ayrshire and Arran has a legal obligation to ensure that it does not employ any worker who has not been granted the relevant permission to work in the UK. This permission is, without exception, granted by UK Visas and Immigrations. We are required to check the entitlement to work in the UK of all prospective employees, regardless of nationality or job category. Candidates who require a Certificate of Sponsorship can access further information at UK Visas and Immigration.
We are unable to provide sponsorship for bank contracts.
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