The role of the Patient Catering Assistant is to carry out duties within the chilled production and wash up areas in the main kitchen as required. Providing a high standard patient meal service, in a professional and responsive manner, meeting the needs of the patients. Preparation and regeneration of Meals at ward level on a daily basis. Communicate and liaise effectively with patients, work colleagues, managers and with clinical teams in accordance with Trust values. Working flexibly within the catering team Ensure HACCP (Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points) temperature control and correct storage etc is adhered to. Observe confidentiality of patients and when employing Trust’s business at all times. Working as part of a team Good stock rotation which has been checked for dates and quality of food items and quarantining any food items that have been identified and reporting any issues to your Team Lead. Having and maintaining good relationships and communication with Clinical Services working together to provide a high quality Patient Catering service. Demonstrate good hygiene practices. Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We Have Four Primary Goals high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About The University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/ For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sharon Kilby (nee Bowman) Job title: Catering Manager Email address: sharon.bowman11@nhs.net Telephone number: 07818457919