Catering Assistant - Part-Time, GMS Band A
- NHS
- Part Time
- Gloucester
- 23959.00 a year
Job Description
Job summary
Catering Assistant - Part-Time (30 hours a week)
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to join our professional catering team at Gloucestershire Hospitals. Every year, our dedicated staff prepare, cook, and serve over a million meals for patients, staff, and visitors from our production kitchen.
As a Catering Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering fast, efficient, and high-quality food and beverage services. You will support food preparation, maintain hygiene standards, and provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced healthcare environment. If you have a passion for food and take pride in delivering excellent service, we'd love to hear from you!
Please note this job will attract GMS Terms and Conditions of Service (TCS)
Please see attached TCS for reference
Main duties of the job
- Assist with food preparation, portioning, and presentation of meals
- Liaise with nursing staff to ensure meals meet patient requirements
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in food preparation and service areas
- Wash and sanitise cutlery, crockery, utensils, and kitchen equipment
- Provide friendly and efficient customer service to patients, staff, and visitors
- Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations
- Support stock control and waste disposal procedures
- Report any accidents, hazards, or faulty equipment to supervisors
- Work collaboratively as part of a team to ensure smooth catering services
About us
Gloucestershire Managed Services (GMS) s a forward -thinking and enterprising organisation with a clear vision for delivering high-performing services and continuous improvement.
We provide essential facilities management and estates services to Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, ensuring a high-quality environment for staff, visitors, and patients. With specialist knowledge in healthcare settings, we understand the importance of maintaining smooth and efficient operations to support patient care.
Job responsibilities
- Prepare and assemble a variety of cold food items, including salads, sandwiches, and desserts, ensuring standard recipes and production methods are maintained.
- Present cold food in an agreed format for patient services and retail outlets, ensuring high standards of portioning and presentation.
- Set up cold food displays in retail outlets in coordination with the Dining Room Supervisor/Manager.
- Maintain cleanliness and hygiene within the catering department, following safe systems of work.
- Follow departmental instructions for safe working practices and report any equipment faults or hazards.
- Assist in the setting up and clearing down of the central plating area, ensuring special dietary meals are correctly portioned and presented.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to ensure an efficient and safe catering service.
- Assist with meal delivery and collection of meal trolleys from ward areas.
- Ensure proper waste disposal from your work area, following waste management guidelines.
- Report any workplace accidents or incidents to a supervisor immediately.
- Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to hygiene standards in line with food safety regulations.
- Use catering equipment correctly, reporting any maintenance needs to a supervisor.
- Comply with all Trust policies and procedures, including those related to food safety, health, and safety regulations.
- Attend relevant training courses to support personal and professional development.
- Ensure all stock is rotated properly to maintain quality and reduce waste.
- Accurately complete departmental documentation as required for food hygiene and health and safety records.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate (e.g. Level 2 or equivalent).
- Basic literacy and Numeracy Skills (e.g., GCSEs in English and Maths or equivalent).
- Experience or Training in a Catering or Hospitality Environment.
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Catering, Hospitality, or Food Service.
- Allergen Awareness Training or Certification.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in catering, hospitality or food service role.
- Experience working in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience following food safety and hygiene regulations.
Desirable
- Experience working in a healthcare or public sector catering environment.
- Experience using industrial kitchen equipment.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Food Safety Regulations.
- Basic Cooking Techniques.
- Customer Service Skills.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Special Dietary Requirements.
- Experience with Food Management Systems.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Gloucestershire Managed Services
Address
Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
Gloucester
GL1 3NN
Employer's website
https://www.gloshospitals.nhs.uk/gloucestershire-managed-services/ (Opens in a new tab)
