Job summary
Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is committed to paying the Real Living Wage. This is currently £11:49 per hour and is reviewed annually in line with the cost of living.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for motivated and hard-working individuals to work as cleaning or catering assistants for our Facilities team .
Previous cleaning and catering experience would be an advantage, but not essential as training will be provided. Please give FULL details of any relevant experience on your application form to assist us with the shortlisting process.
Please apply online via the NHS Jobs website. If you are unable to use a computer to apply online, please contact the RECRUITMENT DEPARTMENT on 01273 696011 extension 5008 (quoting the job reference number) and request to be sent a paper copy application form.
Regular hours are not guaranteed, but shifts are available at multiple locations across Brighton & Hove.
We are looking for applicants who can work mainly at the following sites:
Please refer to the Job Descriptions and Person Specifications and base your application on these, as they are used to score your application prior to a potential interview.
Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is an equal opportunities employer and invites applications from all sections of the community.
About us
? Positive 2020 NHS Staff Survey results? The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rates our quality of services as goodwith outstanding features? Stunning locations in Sussex, surrounded by the South Downs and the coast? A great working environment in the community, in patients' homes and ourcommunity hospitals? Excellent training and development opportunities? Real Living Wage Employer with great rates of pay? Flexible working options, including job sharing, annualised hours, careerbreaks, parental leave and adoption leave? Supportive team environments? Cost-effective and convenient workplace nurseries? Thriving BAME, Disability, LGBT+ and Religion and Belief staff networks? Disability Confident Employer, committed to creating inclusive workplaces
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following gives an overview of the key main tasks for this role, but tasks may vary depending on team or site: To ensure strict adherence to all policies and procedures in relation to foodhygiene, including HACCP, personal hygiene and cleaning down procedures. Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris. Remove / replace / clean curtains and blinds as necessary. Clean all hard floors and mop daily. Empty, clean and replenish waste bins. Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures. Clean internal glass and ledges. Clean all sanitary areas. Maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition. Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilitiesduties. Clean Beds. Replenish bed linen on patient discharge or as needed. Clean furniture. Replenish consumables paper towels, soap, toilet rolls etc. Adopt a flexible approach, as you may be required to work at any Trust site. Ensure the correct storage of all items. To issue and collate inpatient menus. Collect and clean all crockery and cutlery and kitchen utensils as required usingautomatic dishwashers where available. Collect, wash and return water jugs. Collection and delivery of goods. Use of electrical cleaning equipment. Carry out the regeneration of prepared meals, preparation of salads andsandwiches, and any other food items as required. To prepare and serve food and beverages as required. To ensure security is maintained at all times. Completion of departmental paperwork as required. Assist with the service of patient, and staff meals. Provide the appropriate amount of crockery and cutlery in advance of servicetimes. Ensure that food presentation, portion control, temperature and quality standardsare adhered to.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The following gives an overview of the key main tasks for this role, but tasks may vary depending on team or site: To ensure strict adherence to all policies and procedures in relation to foodhygiene, including HACCP, personal hygiene and cleaning down procedures. Clean all surfaces using appropriate methods to remove dust and debris. Remove / replace / clean curtains and blinds as necessary. Clean all hard floors and mop daily. Empty, clean and replenish waste bins. Seal waste bags and carry out appropriate waste disposal procedures. Clean internal glass and ledges. Clean all sanitary areas. Maintain equipment in a clean and serviceable condition. Maintain and respect the privacy and dignity of patients whilst carrying out Facilitiesduties. Clean Beds. Replenish bed linen on patient discharge or as needed. Clean furniture. Replenish consumables paper towels, soap, toilet rolls etc. Adopt a flexible approach, as you may be required to work at any Trust site. Ensure the correct storage of all items. To issue and collate inpatient menus. Collect and clean all crockery and cutlery and kitchen utensils as required usingautomatic dishwashers where available. Collect, wash and return water jugs. Collection and delivery of goods. Use of electrical cleaning equipment. Carry out the regeneration of prepared meals, preparation of salads andsandwiches, and any other food items as required. To prepare and serve food and beverages as required. To ensure security is maintained at all times. Completion of departmental paperwork as required. Assist with the service of patient, and staff meals. Provide the appropriate amount of crockery and cutlery in advance of servicetimes. Ensure that food presentation, portion control, temperature and quality standardsare adhered to.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard in English and Maths
Desirable
- Basic Health & Safety certificate
- Maths and English GCSEs grade C/4 or above
- NVQ Cleaning
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a customer focused environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Previous experience in Housekeeping/Cleaning/Catering services
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to understand and follow instructions
- Ability to record information accurately
- Have an understanding of basic Health & Safety principles
- Ability to remain calm in difficult situations
- Ability to prioritise own work
- Smart in appearance with good personal hygiene standards
- Polite and courteous
- Understand and maintain confidentiality
- Flexibility
- Reliable
Desirable
- An understanding of infection control principles
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE or equivalent standard in English and Maths
Desirable
- Basic Health & Safety certificate
- Maths and English GCSEs grade C/4 or above
- NVQ Cleaning
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a customer focused environment
Desirable
- Experience of working in a healthcare environment
- Previous experience in Housekeeping/Cleaning/Catering services
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to understand and follow instructions
- Ability to record information accurately
- Have an understanding of basic Health & Safety principles
- Ability to remain calm in difficult situations
- Ability to prioritise own work
- Smart in appearance with good personal hygiene standards
- Polite and courteous
- Understand and maintain confidentiality
- Flexibility
- Reliable
Desirable
- An understanding of infection control principles
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.
