Job summary
The Hotel Services Assistant is part of the chain involved in inpatient and day patient catering and will be responsible for the regeneration of foods, the delivery and return of regeneration trolleys to and from the kitchen and for the cleaning of the Ward Kitchen and all kitchen equipment
The Hotel Services Assistant will also be responsible for general Domestic duties. The Hotel Services Assistant will be expected to provide a high quality efficient service that fulfils the needs of the Department in accordance with service level agreements.
Main duties of the job
Catering
To receive instruction from Supervisor, Sister/Deputy of the time to start the regeneration cycle for chilled food and liquids and emergency meals, which require heating by microwave, to ensure that the service of meals is suitable.
Prepare and cook special dietary meals and snacks for patients i.e. Nutripenic, C.C.U. etc.
To receive food deliveries and store appropriately.
To probe foods for temperature and record findings as appropriate.
The regeneration of foods in line with cook-chill/cook-freeze guideline including the delivery and return of regeneration food trolleys to/from the kitchen.
To prepare and assemble crockery, cutlery and utensils for each patient meal service and the buttering of bread.
To prepare and serve morning and afternoon beverages to patients when necessary and too collect, wash and refill and distribute water jugs and tumblers.
To clear and wash all crockery, cutlery, glasses etc. using appropriate dishwashing machine and detergent.
The cleaning of the kitchen and associated areas, and equipment using appropriate detergents /chemicals.
Domestic
Cleaning of all hard floor surfaces by static mopping, damp mopping or vacuuming. The buffing, spray cleaning and scrubbing of hard floor surfaces
Vacuuming of soft floor coverings.
Cleaning of sanitary and bathroom accommodation.
Damp dusting and polishing of all furniture, fixtures and fittings.
Appropriate care of soft furnishings, curtains and blinds.
Replenish toilet requisites daily.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To comply with all aspects of the Environmental Health Regulations, the
Trust's codes of practice on hygiene, food preparation and service, pest
control etc. and all aspects of security and fire procedures and regulations
in the catering areas.
To maintain a neat and clean appearance and display a courteous and
pleasant manner at all times. To wear protective clothing provided.
The post holder will participate in any training and staff appraisals as appropriate.
In common with all Trust employees, the post holder will be required to
maintain complete confidentiality in relation to patients, staff and the
Trusts business.
The post holder will adhere to all Departmental/Trust policies and
procedures (including Financial, Personnel and Health and Safety).
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To comply with all aspects of the Environmental Health Regulations, the
Trust's codes of practice on hygiene, food preparation and service, pest
control etc. and all aspects of security and fire procedures and regulations
in the catering areas.
To maintain a neat and clean appearance and display a courteous and
pleasant manner at all times. To wear protective clothing provided.
The post holder will participate in any training and staff appraisals as appropriate.
In common with all Trust employees, the post holder will be required to
maintain complete confidentiality in relation to patients, staff and the
Trusts business.
The post holder will adhere to all Departmental/Trust policies and
procedures (including Financial, Personnel and Health and Safety).
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Numeric and Literacy skills
- Food Hygiene Certificate
Desirable
- NVQ Level 1 & 2 (Catering)
Experience
Essential
- No previous experience required
Desirable
- Experience of large scale catering/hospital environment
- Food Service experience
Attributes/Skills
Essential
- To work on own initiative or as part of a team
- Basic organisational and communication skills
Desirable
- To be able to relate well in a wide range of situations
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Numeric and Literacy skills
- Food Hygiene Certificate
Desirable
- NVQ Level 1 & 2 (Catering)
Experience
Essential
- No previous experience required
Desirable
- Experience of large scale catering/hospital environment
- Food Service experience
Attributes/Skills
Essential
- To work on own initiative or as part of a team
- Basic organisational and communication skills
Desirable
- To be able to relate well in a wide range of situations
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.
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).
Additional information
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).
