Job summary We are looking to recruit a Catering Manager to lead and have overall operational responsibility for the timely delivery of a high quality, affordable &professional Catering service within the Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT).
You will participate in national networks, supporting, developing and leading implementation of new initiatives.
Continuously looking for opportunities to develop services, introducing new technology and ensuring MPFT has modern fit for purpose services, developing plans for continuous service improvement in line with the visions and values of the Trust.
You will operationally manage the Catering service and provide vital contribution in supporting theoverarching departmental objectives, including sustaining an effective financial will ensure that all operational performance targets are met and that they are appropriatelydemonstrated within performance management develop close working relationships with Senior Management Team, Heads of Services, Infection Prevention and Control and other service leads across the Trust.
Main duties of the job Lead by example and display a leadership style that encourages and motivates staff to provide an excellent catering service Trust wide.
The effective planning of food and hydration services operational systems to ensure the workforce is flexible and efficient to meet the Trusts requirements staff rosters, work schedules, work instructions and procedure Responsible for all Allergen Food labelling relevant to patient meals and retail products Chair the Trust wide Catering Quality Steering Group and follow up on relevant actions Responsible for ensuring food provided by the in-house catering team meets National FoodStandards regulations and principles.
To manage HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) reporting system for wardkitchens regarding the promotion of safe and hygienic premises and practices for thedelivery of food to patients.
About us By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by; Supporting your career development and progressionExcellent NHS Pension schemeGenerous maternity, paternity and adoption leaveOptions for flexible workingUp to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leaveExtensive Health and Wellbeing support and resourcesIf you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patientsLease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rateSalary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business ratesSalary sacrifice bikes up to £2kFree car parking at all trust sitesFree flu vaccinations every yearCitizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met) And more.
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications Job description Job responsibilities To learn more about this varied and interesting role please see the full job description and person specification.
Person Specification QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING Essential Professional support services and business management knowledge to degree equivalent plus further management experience or training to post graduate diploma level or equivalent EXPERIENCE Essential Significant relevant experience of working in a catering environment to include substantial experience gained in Service Management.
Significant experience in managing and monitoring service contracts.
Significant experience in managing budgets.
Demonstrable experience in complex report writing for senior management use.
Demonstrable experience in effective application and use of complex computerised software packages.
Demonstrate experience in Healthcare Soft FM management.
Desirable Experience allied to working on sites with people who suffer Mental Health related problems.
Knowledge and experience of the Private Finance Initiative (PFI) in the NHS.
Previous NHS experience.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES Essential Demonstrable track record and ability in effective management of contracts.
Demonstrable ability to effectively manage teams of staff and contractors.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for working with Trust colleagues and supply chain tier members.
Ability to deliver high service standards through effective performance management of staff and contractors.
Demonstrable option appraisal and business planning skills.
Able to trouble shoot, problem solve, evaluate, review, assess and propose solutions.
Able to work with high level of autonomy Excellent IT skills and the ability to produce reports, forecasts and commitment accounting records weekly/monthly and as required.
Ability to effectively manage budgets.
Ability to produce reports to a high standard from complex data.
Excellent interpersonal skills Excellent negotiating skills