Job Description

Choice Facilities Services (based at South Tyneside District Hospital) is on the lookout for a dedicated, dependable and enthusiastic individual to take on the role as a Porter / Driver / Food Service Assistant.
The post is 24 hours per week working 3 days out of 7 at 8 hours per day between the hours of 6.30am 8.45pm. Salary is starting at 26,101 pro rata plus enhancements for weekend working and Bank holidays. overtime may be available to cover colleagues absences, however this is not guaranteed.
Training will be provided, though candidates must demonstrate flexibility and the ability to manage tasks independently and work proactively.
Main duties of the job
As part of your daily duties the post will involve a variety of tasks which will include, driving the catering van to deliver meals to our Coffee Shop at Palmer hospital and meals to Haven Court. You will also deliver / collectby hand, food trolleys to the wards within the hospital. There will be lots of cleaning involved in this post along with the expectation to work in various areas within the department, which could be changed daily to suit the needs of the service. In addition, there is a large part of your daily duties which include emptying of food trolleys and washing dishes and cleaning work areas this is an important aspect of the job which helps us to maintain the existing exceptional standards of cleanliness.
Effective time management is essential to meet our service deadlines along with flexibility to adapt to changing daily service requirements.
About us
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City Hospitals Independent Commercial Enterprises Ltd (CHoICE - trading since 2014) is a wholly owned subsidiary company of South Tyneside & Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT). We provide a full range of Facilities Management, Procurement and Outpatient Pharmacy services. We employ staff in a wide range of functions, ranging from cleaners, porters, engineers, procurement and pharmacists.
Commitment, Care and Compassion- our Team contribute to the overall hospital environment, providing safe, secure and comfortable facilities for access by patients, staff and visitors. CHoICE is an exciting place to work that will provide you with an opportunity to grow and develop. Many of our staff work flexibly, including part-time and we are committed to offering flexible approaches to work where possible. We provide a range of benefits including Fitness Centre (SRH), cycle to work scheme and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
We welcome all applications regardless of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion or belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity and in particular those from under-represented groups.
If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Details
Date posted
24 November 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
26,101 a year Pro rata for part time
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
M9155-Z-EA-1125-94
Job locations
South Tyneside Nhs Foundation Trust
Harton Lane
South Shields
Tyne And Wear
NE34 0PL
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached for full duties of the role.
To complete daily food service tasks to Trust locations. To ensure the patient, staff and visitor meal service is provided in a safe, clean and hygienic environment. Ensure high standards of cleanliness are met and maintained
Understand the International Dysphasia Diet Standardisation (IDDSI) descriptors which will assist the safe service to patients who require a modified diet
Ensure that all food supplies which are delivered are checked following the Food Safety Management System (FSMS)
Record food temperatures as directed by the FSMS
To be flexible on a day to day basis moving area to area and across departments (within catering)
Operate cash registers and card payment machines, complete cash declaration sheets
Ensure stock rotation is followed
Assist with food preparation as necessary and as requested
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached for full duties of the role.
To complete daily food service tasks to Trust locations. To ensure the patient, staff and visitor meal service is provided in a safe, clean and hygienic environment. Ensure high standards of cleanliness are met and maintained
Understand the International Dysphasia Diet Standardisation (IDDSI) descriptors which will assist the safe service to patients who require a modified diet
Ensure that all food supplies which are delivered are checked following the Food Safety Management System (FSMS)
Record food temperatures as directed by the FSMS
To be flexible on a day to day basis moving area to area and across departments (within catering)
Operate cash registers and card payment machines, complete cash declaration sheets
Ensure stock rotation is followed
Assist with food preparation as necessary and as requested
Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Good understanding of catering services
• Driving License

Desirable

• Catering Experience
• Experience of working in a healthcare environment
• Experience in production environment
• Experience of cash/card payment handling
• Previous experience in dealing with the public

Skills and Knowledge
Essential

• Ability to accept and prioritise instructions

Desirable

• Previous knowledge of catering environment

Physical Skills
Essential

• Combination of bending/lifting/standing and walking with frequent requirement for physical effort.

Qualifications
Essential

• Basic Numeracy and Literacy education

Desirable

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Basic Allergen training

Person Specification
Experience
Essential

• Good understanding of catering services
• Driving License

Desirable

• Catering Experience
• Experience of working in a healthcare environment
• Experience in production environment
• Experience of cash/card payment handling
• Previous experience in dealing with the public

Skills and Knowledge
Essential

• Ability to accept and prioritise instructions

Desirable

• Previous knowledge of catering environment

Physical Skills
Essential

• Combination of bending/lifting/standing and walking with frequent requirement for physical effort.

Qualifications
Essential

• Basic Numeracy and Literacy education

Desirable

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Basic Allergen training

Skills Required