Job summary
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic,
self-motivated and committed individual to influence and contribute as part of
the award winning Catering Services team at Darlington Memorial Hospital .
We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and self-motivated
people to become a part of our team for the safe production of over 17,000
meals per week within a Central Production Unit(CPU) .
Successful applicants
will be expected to display their ability to operate in a very busy environment
whilst displaying Impeccable hygiene standards, knowledge and practices.
The successful applicant will have :
A good
knowledge of catering practices and procedures will be required which may have
been gained in a similar hospital environment or in the catering private
sector.
Sound
knowledge of food hygiene regulations.
Good knowledge of ingredient recipes and associated
allergens will also be essential.
Demonstrate
a can do attitude
Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene
Main duties of the job
To work under the direction of the Food Production
Supervisors to assist with the
preparation and cooking of nutritious
and appetizing meals according to planned menus, using specified recipes,
methods and systems for cook chill
Ensure
high standards of food quality from point of purchase to meal preparation,
cooking and service, ensuring quality control process throughout.
To
ensure temperature monitoring and
recording of all produced meals/foodstuffs and food storage equipment in
accordance with standards as laid down in the Catering Departments Policies and
Procedures and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points(HACCP)
To assist
and comply in the general cleaning of premises/equipment in accordance with
agreed cleaning schedules as specified
To
display a high standard of personal hygiene
About us
CDD Services / SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.
CDD Services offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:
- A Competitive salary
- Excellent Performance Related Bonus Scheme
- Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
- Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
- Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)
Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support and assist the Food Production Supervisor and
Food Production Manager in the production of a high quality meals at Darlington
Memorial Hospital and to ensure that high quality standards are met at all
times
Comply with HACCP procedures set within the Catering
Department
To follow the policies and procedures laid down by the
catering services in the day to day operational management of food production
and to ensure a high quality and cost effective service
To ensure that food safety and allergen regulations are
adhered to at all times.
Co-operating with other members of the CPU Catering Team to
maintain and improve the present high standard of catering service, for staff
and visitors and external contracts
To deal effectively and courteously with colleagues,
patients and staff throughout the organisation and members of the public and to
deal with customer complaints and concerns with a high level of customer
service and passing these onto your supervisor to deal with or for information
Initially deal with any complaints / comments regarding the
service in a courteous manner from Trust staff or patients.
Work in a safe manner so that no other persons
are put at risk whilst completing the required duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To support and assist the Food Production Supervisor and
Food Production Manager in the production of a high quality meals at Darlington
Memorial Hospital and to ensure that high quality standards are met at all
times
Comply with HACCP procedures set within the Catering
Department
To follow the policies and procedures laid down by the
catering services in the day to day operational management of food production
and to ensure a high quality and cost effective service
To ensure that food safety and allergen regulations are
adhered to at all times.
Co-operating with other members of the CPU Catering Team to
maintain and improve the present high standard of catering service, for staff
and visitors and external contracts
To deal effectively and courteously with colleagues,
patients and staff throughout the organisation and members of the public and to
deal with customer complaints and concerns with a high level of customer
service and passing these onto your supervisor to deal with or for information
Initially deal with any complaints / comments regarding the
service in a courteous manner from Trust staff or patients.
Work in a safe manner so that no other persons
are put at risk whilst completing the required duties.
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Natural & enthusiastic staff member(E) Ability to follow clear instructions and feedback to senior staff (E) Committed to quality customer care/delivering excellent customer service.(E) Effective interpersonal skills (E) Able to work with minimal supervision following set procedures. (E) Flexible approach to work and adaptable to change(E) Good manual dexterity, physical fitness(E) Good timekeeping(E) Basic numeracy(E) Knowledge of food safety and allergen regulations (E)
Desirable
- Basic keyboard skills (D)
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work shifts and weekends and have flexibility to needs of the service(E)
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene (E) Basic English and maths (E) A good standard of literacy and numeracy (E)
Desirable
- COSSH(D)
- Health and safety(D)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a kitchen environment(E)
Desirable
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Natural & enthusiastic staff member(E) Ability to follow clear instructions and feedback to senior staff (E) Committed to quality customer care/delivering excellent customer service.(E) Effective interpersonal skills (E) Able to work with minimal supervision following set procedures. (E) Flexible approach to work and adaptable to change(E) Good manual dexterity, physical fitness(E) Good timekeeping(E) Basic numeracy(E) Knowledge of food safety and allergen regulations (E)
Desirable
- Basic keyboard skills (D)
Special Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work shifts and weekends and have flexibility to needs of the service(E)
Desirable
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene (E) Basic English and maths (E) A good standard of literacy and numeracy (E)
Desirable
- COSSH(D)
- Health and safety(D)
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a kitchen environment(E)
Desirable
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.
