Job summary
- Are you
someone looking for a catering career in one of the UK's most respected mental health
and learning disability trusts
- Would
you like to play a hands-on role providing meals for our wards from our
central catering facility?
- Do
you take pride in your work and want to play your part in creating healthy
accredited meals for our patients?
Devon Partnership Trust are looking for a Cook Team Supervisor for their
patient meal service based at Langdon Hospital, Dawlish. The main aim of the
role is to provide, support and maintain a quality patient meal service in compliance with
food hygiene and safety regulations, according to individual patient needs. The Catering Department is undergoing a major refurbishment at present which will result in a purpose built production unit with the latest state of art equipment, so very exciting time to join us.
We operate a
Cook Freeze food production service for approximately 250 patients catering for
our wards at Langdon and Exeter area. You would be working within a friendly hard working team of 12 staff consisting of a Catering Manager, 3 Cook Team Supervisors, Catering Administrator and 7 Catering Assistants.
Working as part
of Devon Partnership NHS Trust, you will make a difference to peoples lives
from the moment you start.
Main duties of the job
The role would
suit a confident and highly motivated individual who is an excellent team
player with strong leadership skills, has a passion for catering and an eye for
detail. Its a varied and challenging role, where no day is the same, which will see you involved in duties that include the day to day supervision of the food production in compliance with our HACCP and computerised systems.
In return we provide
full training & uniform, regular supervision, learning and development,
plus a competitive salary which includes enhanced rates of pay for weekend and
Bank Holidays and an excellent pension package, along with all other benefits
associated with working for the NHS. Please see attached job description for more information
The shift pattern is straight shifts, No evenings from either 6.30am-2.30pm or 7.30am-3.30pm, 5 days a week, working 1 in 3 weekends including Bank Holidays.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
- To provide and maintain a quality catering service
in compliance with food hygiene and safety regulations, according to individual
patient needs.
- The post holder is a working team leader
responsible for the direct supervision of all relevant Facilities Staff and to
oversee standards.
Duties and
Responsibilities
Communication
& Working Relationships
- The post holder will be expected to establish good
working relationships with team members to gain confidence, motivation and
cooperation.
- Liaise with Ward Managers/Heads of Department and
other relevant staff, patient groups, etc to establish good communications.
Planning
& Organisation
- The post holder will be responsible for the preparation, cooking and
dispatch of cooked foods to wards and the staff restaurant.
- Maintain safe practices during food storage, preparation, cooking,
serving and presentation of all food to both patients and staff.
- Ensure personal hygiene and safe practices are maintained at all times.
Ensure illnesses are reported immediately and the necessary action is taken.
Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment
& Therapy
- Assists patients/clients during incidental contact/provide ancillary
services to patients/clients.
- Provide food information and food advice to patients/clients.
Policy,
Service, Research & Development Responsibility
- The Mental Health Services have an on-going in-service training
programme in which the post holder will be expected to participate.
- To implement policy for own work area and propose changes to working
practice in the kitchen environment.
Responsibility
for Finance, Equipment & Other Resources
- The post holder will be expected to control the cost of the Catering
Services as directed by the Catering Manager.
- Order commodities through procedures laid down by the Trust and ensure
the quality of goods delivered meet the correct specification,
- Uphold efficient systems of control in the receipt, issue of goods and
control food waste.
- The post holder will be expected to ensure a safe working environment
at all times, reporting faulty equipment and necessary repairs to premises
and equipment and ensure accidents are reported.
Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership &
Management
- The post holder will be involved in the training of Facilities
Assistants (Catering) working in the kitchen in accordance with Trust
policies and procedures and the supervision of them when deputising for the
Catering Manager, including day to day operational decisions and delegation
of work.
- Ensure implementation of correct cleaning practices is carried out to
maintain a hygienic environment.
Information
Resources & Administrative Duties
- The post holder will be expected to complete departmental paperwork in
accordance with Trust standing instructions and to record and maintain all
records as required in compliance with the 1990 Foods Safety Act and EU Food
Hygiene Regulations 2004, along with the Trust policies.
- Produce staff duty rotas and maintain records as required. Hours to be
covered within own timetable if necessary.
Plans work of kitchen and adjusts work schedule regularly when
deputising for the Catering Manager.
Any
Other Specific Tasks Required
- To carry out any other reasonable request of the Catering Manager or Facilities
Manager.
Review of this Job Description
This job description is intended as an outline indicator
of general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing
service needs. This job description is to be reviewed in conjunction with the
post holder on an annual basis.
General
Information
Confidentiality
The post holder will maintain appropriate confidentiality
of information relating to the Trust, individuals and Patient information. The
post holder will be expected to comply with all aspects of the Data Protection
Act.
Equality & Diversity
Devon Partnership NHS Trust is committed to achieving
equality of opportunity for all staff and for those who access services. You
must work in accordance with equal opportunity policies/procedures and promote
the equality and diversity agenda of the Trust.
Recovery
It is a requirement of all employees to have an
understanding of the broad principals of the Recovery Approach and to
incorporate them into every aspect of their work in support of the Trusts aim
to provide services that support peoples recovery through being holistic and
promoting social inclusion, self management, personal autonomy and
independence.
Risk Management / Health and Safety
Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on
them under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, ensure that agreed safety
procedures are carried out and maintain a safe environment for employees,
patients and visitors.
Records Management
The post holder has responsibility for the timely and
accurate creation, maintenance and storage of records in accordance with Trust
policy, including email documents and with regard to the Data Protection Act,
The Freedom of Information Act and any other relevant statutory requirements.
Clinical Governance
The post holder will be expected to participate in
clinical governance activities to assist the Trust to provide high quality
services.
Prevention and
Control of healthcare Associated Infection
The post holder is
expected to comply with Trust Infection Control Policies and conduct themselves
at all times in such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcare associated
infection.
Smoking
The Trust operates a non smoking policy. Employees are
not permitted to smoke anywhere within the premises of the Trust or when
outside on official business. Staff must also be mindful of public perception
and must therefore not smoke whilst travelling in Trust identified vehicles or
when can be identified as Devon Partnership Mental Health Trust staff.
Policies &
Procedures
Trust employees are expected to follow Trust policies,
procedures and guidance as well as professional standards and guidelines.
Copies of Trust policies can be accessed via the staff intranet or extern
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
- To provide and maintain a quality catering service
in compliance with food hygiene and safety regulations, according to individual
patient needs.
- The post holder is a working team leader
responsible for the direct supervision of all relevant Facilities Staff and to
oversee standards.
Duties and
Responsibilities
Communication
& Working Relationships
- The post holder will be expected to establish good
working relationships with team members to gain confidence, motivation and
cooperation.
- Liaise with Ward Managers/Heads of Department and
other relevant staff, patient groups, etc to establish good communications.
Planning
& Organisation
- The post holder will be responsible for the preparation, cooking and
dispatch of cooked foods to wards and the staff restaurant.
- Maintain safe practices during food storage, preparation, cooking,
serving and presentation of all food to both patients and staff.
- Ensure personal hygiene and safe practices are maintained at all times.
Ensure illnesses are reported immediately and the necessary action is taken.
Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment
& Therapy
- Assists patients/clients during incidental contact/provide ancillary
services to patients/clients.
- Provide food information and food advice to patients/clients.
Policy,
Service, Research & Development Responsibility
- The Mental Health Services have an on-going in-service training
programme in which the post holder will be expected to participate.
- To implement policy for own work area and propose changes to working
practice in the kitchen environment.
Responsibility
for Finance, Equipment & Other Resources
- The post holder will be expected to control the cost of the Catering
Services as directed by the Catering Manager.
- Order commodities through procedures laid down by the Trust and ensure
the quality of goods delivered meet the correct specification,
- Uphold efficient systems of control in the receipt, issue of goods and
control food waste.
- The post holder will be expected to ensure a safe working environment
at all times, reporting faulty equipment and necessary repairs to premises
and equipment and ensure accidents are reported.
Responsibility for Supervision, Leadership &
Management
- The post holder will be involved in the training of Facilities
Assistants (Catering) working in the kitchen in accordance with Trust
policies and procedures and the supervision of them when deputising for the
Catering Manager, including day to day operational decisions and delegation
of work.
- Ensure implementation of correct cleaning practices is carried out to
maintain a hygienic environment.
Information
Resources & Administrative Duties
- The post holder will be expected to complete departmental paperwork in
accordance with Trust standing instructions and to record and maintain all
records as required in compliance with the 1990 Foods Safety Act and EU Food
Hygiene Regulations 2004, along with the Trust policies.
- Produce staff duty rotas and maintain records as required. Hours to be
covered within own timetable if necessary.
Plans work of kitchen and adjusts work schedule regularly when
deputising for the Catering Manager.
Any
Other Specific Tasks Required
- To carry out any other reasonable request of the Catering Manager or Facilities
Manager.
Review of this Job Description
This job description is intended as an outline indicator
of general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of changing
service needs. This job description is to be reviewed in conjunction with the
post holder on an annual basis.
General
Information
Confidentiality
The post holder will maintain appropriate confidentiality
of information relating to the Trust, individuals and Patient information. The
post holder will be expected to comply with all aspects of the Data Protection
Act.
Equality & Diversity
Devon Partnership NHS Trust is committed to achieving
equality of opportunity for all staff and for those who access services. You
must work in accordance with equal opportunity policies/procedures and promote
the equality and diversity agenda of the Trust.
Recovery
It is a requirement of all employees to have an
understanding of the broad principals of the Recovery Approach and to
incorporate them into every aspect of their work in support of the Trusts aim
to provide services that support peoples recovery through being holistic and
promoting social inclusion, self management, personal autonomy and
independence.
Risk Management / Health and Safety
Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on
them under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, ensure that agreed safety
procedures are carried out and maintain a safe environment for employees,
patients and visitors.
Records Management
The post holder has responsibility for the timely and
accurate creation, maintenance and storage of records in accordance with Trust
policy, including email documents and with regard to the Data Protection Act,
The Freedom of Information Act and any other relevant statutory requirements.
Clinical Governance
The post holder will be expected to participate in
clinical governance activities to assist the Trust to provide high quality
services.
Prevention and
Control of healthcare Associated Infection
The post holder is
expected to comply with Trust Infection Control Policies and conduct themselves
at all times in such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcare associated
infection.
Smoking
The Trust operates a non smoking policy. Employees are
not permitted to smoke anywhere within the premises of the Trust or when
outside on official business. Staff must also be mindful of public perception
and must therefore not smoke whilst travelling in Trust identified vehicles or
when can be identified as Devon Partnership Mental Health Trust staff.
Policies &
Procedures
Trust employees are expected to follow Trust policies,
procedures and guidance as well as professional standards and guidelines.
Copies of Trust policies can be accessed via the staff intranet or extern
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Able to Supervise a team
- Working knowledge of a catering kitchen, especially large scale food production
- Allergen awareness & knowledge of food legislation
- Good communication skills, verbal and non verbal
- Reliable and able to carry out instruction and make own judgements when necessary
- Good time management skills
- Stock Control and food waste management awareness
Desirable
- Experience of electronic patient meal ordering and HACCP systems
- Menu planning and knowledge of special dietary needs
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum Level 3 Catering qualification e.g. NVQ, Apprenticeship, Professional Cookery (7100) or equivalent
- Food Safety Level 2 Certificate
Desirable
- Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate
- Food Allergen and intolerance certificate
- Health and Safety course
- Basic First Aid course
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Able to Supervise a team
- Working knowledge of a catering kitchen, especially large scale food production
- Allergen awareness & knowledge of food legislation
- Good communication skills, verbal and non verbal
- Reliable and able to carry out instruction and make own judgements when necessary
- Good time management skills
- Stock Control and food waste management awareness
Desirable
- Experience of electronic patient meal ordering and HACCP systems
- Menu planning and knowledge of special dietary needs
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum Level 3 Catering qualification e.g. NVQ, Apprenticeship, Professional Cookery (7100) or equivalent
- Food Safety Level 2 Certificate
Desirable
- Intermediate Food Hygiene certificate
- Food Allergen and intolerance certificate
- Health and Safety course
- Basic First Aid course
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.
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