Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, staff pride themselves on not only leading through clinical excellence, but also by creating an environment where all staff are valued and appreciated.
To achieve this, the Trust has embarked on an exciting new strategy focused on continuous improvement.
Our vision is to improve the lives of our community and provide excellence in healthcare, through partnership and innovationOur High Performance Culture will support everyone to be the best version of themselves by being true to our Trust vision, values and behaviours.We welcome applications from colleagues from our local and neighbouring communities of all backgrounds and identities, who are currently under-represented within our region such as Black, Asian, Minority ethnic and those with disabilities.As a region we are reviewing the way we work, and exploring how new working practices that support flexible working can create a positive work-life balance.
As part of our recruitment process we will explore how our inclusive employment policies, flexible working, staff engagement forums, Trust facilities and services can be of mutual benefit.
Job overview Working Hours - As & When As part of an effective team, you will be responsible for efficiently assisting in all food service areas/retail outlets as directed by your Supervisor/Line Manager and operating within established food hygiene and safety practices, methods and procedures and within the principles of a flexible team approach.
Main duties of the job Service areas include all kitchen and dish wash sections, hospitality and retail sections including functions, restaurants and coffee shops, Hospital shop, vending, and any other related areas.You will provide an excellent customer service to patients, staff and all visitors to the Trust remaining professional, polite and helpful at all times.Duties include the cleaning of premises and equipment, food preparation and packaging, food service, vending and ward trolley service.The role will include undertaking duties in a chilled and/or frozen working and storage environment, as appropriate.You will take part in the preparation of raw food materials as part of the process to make our patients nutritional meals throughout their healthcare pathway during their time at CoCH.
In addition, you will take part in meal(s) preparation for our staff and Trust visitors throughout the seven day week.
You will help maintain a clean and hygienic food prep & meal cooking environment in line with the National Standards of Cleanliness.
You will establish and maintain good working relationships across your wider catering team; specifically, clear line of communication with Supervisors, Ward Teams, Departmental staff and Visitors.
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