What are the responsibilities and job description for the Catering Assistant position at CDD Services (Synchronicity Care Ltd)?
Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic,self-motivated and committed individual to influence and contribute as part ofthe award winning Catering Services at University Hospital North Durham. Thesuccessful applicant will be working at ward level for the provision ofbeverages and meal services to patients within Darlington Memorial Hospital.Successful applicants will be expected to display their ability to operate in avery bust environment whilst maintaining excellent levels of customer serviceand the ability to ensure that all patients are receiving good nutritionalfood.
The successful applicant will have :
Previouscatering experience in a fast paced environment
Soundknowledge of food hygiene regulations
Demonstratea can do attitude
Excellentcommunication and customer care skills
Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene
Main duties of the job
To work under the direction of the Food Services Manager inthe reheating of nutritious and appetizing meals for all patients, to thehighest possible standards nutritional, temperature, quality, presentation,hygiene and safety
To be involved in the electronic patient meal ordering
Ensure high standards of food service, reheating of foodand ensuring quality control process throughout.
To ensure temperature monitoring and recording of allreheating of food in accordance with standards as laid down in the CateringDepartments Policies and Procedures and Hazard Analysis Critical ControlPoints(HACCP)
Assist with receipt, quality assurance and stock control ofgoods received from the Central Production Unit (CPU). Correct storage andsecurity of goods, adhering to stock rotation practices in accordance withkitchen HACCP.
Assist in Hygiene Audits and Cleaning Schedules inspectionsfor your area of work is completed weekly, liaising with the Food ServiceSupervisors to ensure that any remedial work is carried out.
To assist in the general cleaning of crockery and kitchenutensils using the dishwashing machine and by hand when required.
About us
CDD Services / SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.
CDD Services offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from :
- A Competitive salary
- Excellent Performance Related Bonus Scheme
- Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
- Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
- Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)
Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support andassist the Food Services Supervisor and Food Service Manager in the provisionof a highly professional catering service at University Hospital North Durhamand to ensure that high quality standards are met at all times
To follow the policies and procedures laid down by thecatering services in the day to day operational management of food service andto ensure a high quality and cost effective service
To ensure that food safety and allergen regulations areadhered to at all times.
Provide and maintain a highly customer focused service toall users
Ensure that communication channels are maintained betweenappropriate staff / visitor / patient groups with regard to patient catering.
Work in a safe manner so that no other persons are put atrisk whilst completing the required duties.
Initially deal with any complaints / comments regarding theservice in a courteous manner from Trust staff or patients.
Developing staff preferences, promotingflexible working arrangements, and encourage change of working practicefollowing major life changing events.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
Desirable
Statutory Registration
Essential
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
Qualifications
Essential
Desirable
Experience
Essential