Job Description

Please note:

This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.



Ensure that Patient Catering Assistants respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out food and beverage duties. To report any accidents/incidents as soon as they occur, supporting appropriate investigations and implement preventative action plans. Ensure that all staff observe the food hygiene and safety regulations at all times maintaining a high standard of service is provided. To report any mechanical defects/building fabric throughout the Ward/Department to the appropriate Trust department.



Ensure that catering and ward areas are safe and tidy at all times e.g. the removal of clutter, ensuring that equipment and waste is stored safely. To check all areas within designated responsibility throughout the course of the day and at the end of each shift to ensure performance standards have been met. Escalate any concerns to the Duty Manager/Senior Duty Manager.



To highlight any additional staff training needs to the Duty/Senior Duty Manager to arrange for adequate training to be provided. Undertake daily ward visits at all mealtimes to ensure that patient choice and service standards are maintained at all times in line with PLACE. Monitor the issue of meals to all wards and departments to control waste. Ensure the correct disposal of domestic, recycling and food waste as per Trust/HACCP policy See and Personal Specification for more details.