Catering Assistant

Job summary

At St Ann's Hospice, there's one thing that motivates us and that's providing excellent care and support to those living with or affected by life-limiting Illnesses.

We're continuously developing our plans for delivering world-class, innovative care and to ensure St Ann's is in the best shape possible for future generations.

You'll be challenged, inspired and empowered to help us achieve our purpose and to play your part in making a difference.

You'll support the work of the Hospice in its provision of specialist palliative care by assisting the catering team to meet the food service aims and objectives.

The Catering Assistant plays a fundamental part in supporting the catering provision by ensuring all requirements for patients, visitors and staff are fully met. The role requires someone who can show sensitivity and empathy as we support our patients and their families whilst in our care.

Main duties of the job

Its an exciting time to join St Anns hospice as the construction of our brand new, purpose built hospice progresses at pace, and were looking for an empathetic and reliable Catering Assistant to come and play a key role in supporting the delivery of excellent care to our patients.

Youll be the face of St Anns Hospice Catering department, liaising with our patients face to face to understand their food choices and playing an instrumental role in supporting the smooth running of the catering service.

• Assisting with the day to day running of the hospice catering operation.
• Liaising directly with patients to help with menu choices.
• Help with the preparation and cooking of basic food dishes.
• Deliver food and any hospitality to patients, visitors and staff.
• Wash crockery and cutlery in a hygienic manner.
• Ensure patient confidentially is kept at all times.
• Assist in the daily upkeep of the food management system.

About us

Key Benefits

• 35 days annual leave rising to 37 after 5 years and 41 after 10 years (inc. bank holidays, pro rata for part-time employees)
• Free parking
• Contributory pension scheme up to 7% matched contribution. Ability to continue with a previously held NHS pension (subject to making contributions into the scheme in the previous 12 months).
• Life cover (Scottish Widows Pension scheme)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Buy an additional week annual leave (pro rate for part-time)
• Heath cash plan
• Discounted lunches on site
• Meaningful work, making a difference in the lives of others
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills within a structured development framework
• IIP accredited employer creating the right environment for everyone to thrive and reach their potential

Please contact Ray Hamilton for an informal chat on0161 498 3640.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship at this time.

The successful candidate will be subject to a Standard DBS Check, the cost of which is covered by the hospice.

Any post holder within the organisation will be expected to undertake safeguarding training appropriate to their role and adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. All staff must work in accordance with their statutory roles and responsibilities in relation to safeguarding in accordance with the Working Together to Safeguarding Children 2023, The Care Act 2014, and Prevent Duty 2015.

Closing Date: 3rd January 2025

Interview Date: 10th January 2025

Employer details

Employer name

St Ann’s Hospice

Address

St. Anns Hospice

Peel Lane

Worsley

Manchester

M280FE

Employer's website

https://www.sah.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Employer details

Employer name

St Ann’s Hospice

Address

St. Anns Hospice

Peel Lane

Worsley

Manchester

M280FE

Employer's website

https://www.sah.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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