Job Description

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the biggest NHS Trusts in the UK, delivering care to more than 1.6 million people a year. Here, at The Royal Free NHS Foundation Trust hospitals, we are passionate about delivering the highest quality care to all our patients. In order to help us maintain this, we are looking to recruit enthusiastic, motivated and committed individuals for the position of a Band 2 Catering Assistant for BANK.



VISA SPONSORSHIP DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS ROLE

The post holder should be able :

To help prepare, pack and deliver meals and catering supplies as required to wards and other service areas.



To assist with general duties in Patient Services, department packing areas, cold rooms, dishwashing area, Staff Restaurant, Hospitality and associated areas.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

1.1 General cleaning duties in accordance with cleaning schedules.

1.2 Food Services in Patient Services area, delivering to wards and assisting in hospitality, coffee shop, restaurant and general rflps catering service needs, as needed.

1.3 To assist where necessary/appropriate with basic food preparation, including vegetables, fruit, salads, sandwiches etc.

1.4 To prepare the meal services areas with the necessary service equipment, cutlery, condiments, food etc. as directed by the Supervisor.

1.5 To ensure that all food is served is to a high standard and always bearing in expiry dates, allergens, portion control, content, temperature, appearance and complying with all relevant food safety standards.

1.6 To assist with the safe and effective cleaning of meal service areas and

equipment after service.

1.7 To use the correct operation of cleaning equipment and dishwashing

machines.

1.8 To observe the Food Hygiene & Safety Regulations at all times.

1.9 To maintain high standards of personal hygiene and a clean and tidy

appearance, in accordance with the Hygiene Policy and current legislation.

1.10 The preparation of minor records as instructed by the Supervisor.

1.11 To attend training sessions as required and complete any online training.

1.12 To report any mechanical or safety defects and the need for repairs to a Supervisor/Manager.



FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JD & PS.



The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies, and carry out more than 17million tests.



Our size, scale and influence could offer the opportunities on bank that works around your lifestyle.



We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion.



We are looking for catering assistants to support the delivery of catering services to patients, visitors and staff at the Royal Free Hospital location in Hampstead, NW3 2QG. The successful candidate for this entry level position will learn the basics of hospital catering and be expected to demonstrate enthusiasm and flexibility in delivering a world class service.



The successful candidate is required to be able demonstrate the Trust values, the responsibilities of the job description and person specification.



If you believe you meet the criteria of the person specification and would like to join the Royal Free at this time, we would be interested in receiving your application.



FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JD & PS.