Kitchen Porter
- NHS
- Full Time
- Chelmsford
- 25272.00 a year
Job Description
Job summary
Ensure the department is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness in a hygienic and tidy manner. To carry out duties that facilitates an effective and efficient service.
Main duties of the job
Deliver catering commodities to wards and departments as requested, whilst observing the departmental dress code and Uniform Policy.
Assist the catering Storekeeper with the general running of the main catering stores as and when requested and cover the post occasionally.
To observe and adhere to all Trust and Departmental policies, procedures and Standing Financial Instructions.Observe the Trust's Health and Safety Policy at all times.
Complete cleaning duties as identified in the respective schedules, following COSHH guidelines.
Observe all PPE (Protective Personal Equipment) guidelines during all tasks.
Dispose of all waste in the correct waste streams (i.e. recycling) as identified in the Trust's Waste Policy
Maintain the kitchens and associated areas in a clean and hygienic manner.
Report any defects immediately to the line/duty supervisor
Report any suspected or actual pest control issue immediately to the duty/line supervisor
Attend training sessions and departmental meetings as and when required
Be flexible to other duties, appropriate to the grade that will facilitate the smooth running of the kitchen and associated areas
The post holder may be required to visit the wards on a regular basis to promote good customer/patient relations.
To participate fully in the review and development of services to improve both quality and efficiency.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Job responsibilities
Ensure that foods for all patient catering areas are prepared in scope agreed with the Catering Manager and Deputy Catering Manager and food hygiene legislation.
Ensure that all foods are correctly displayed and kept at the correct temperature with the date labels clearly displayed.
Ensure that high standards of hygiene are maintained at all times in areas as of direct control.
Ensure portion control and correct storage methods are followed to avoid wastage.
Ensure that the patient catering areas are clean, tidy at all times.
Ensure that the restaurant is well stocked with cutlery, serviettes etc at all times.
Ensure that no cleaning chemicals are left in reach of the visitors and patients.
Ensure that food is prepared and served promptly.
To carry out some cooking duties as dictated by shift requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Customer care skills
- Good standard of general education i.e. GCSE/NVQ level 2 or equivalent level
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of various cleaning tasks and the ability to perform manual cleaning tasks.
- An understanding of the importance of health and safety
Communication Skills
Essential
- Able to identify potential hazards in the workplace and the confidence to act upon these effectively
- Ability to work under own initiative keep calm under pressure or challenging situations
- Ability to organize and prioritize own workload/ tasks
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Pleasant/friendly disposition with good time management
- Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs/hours of the service i.e. work during any Bank Holiday
- Be responsive, listen and positive Value and support other people
Physical Requirements
Essential
- Physically fit and healthy to meet the daily tasks.
Other
Essential
- Occupational Health clearance
- Adherence to Trust values and behaviours
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broomfield
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
United Kingdom
