Join Our Team as a Food Services Assistant! Are you passionate about making a difference in the healthcare sector? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic environment where your contributions truly matter? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! Our client, a leading healthcare organization, is looking for a dedicated Food Services Assistant to join their vibrant team. Shifts - 22 Hours a week 13.(phone number removed) on 4 off Why Join Us? As a Food Services Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring that our patients receive delicious and nutritious meals tailored to their dietary needs. Your efforts will directly impact their recovery and overall well-being! Key Responsibilities: Patient Food Service: Prepare and distribute patient meals, snacks, and beverages, ensuring every dish is served with care. Collaborate with ward staff to cater to patient dietary needs, allergies, and preferences. Uphold safe food handling and storage practices according to HACCP and infection control policies. Monitor food temperatures and maintain fridge logs as per organizational policy. Cleaning & Environmental Hygiene: Maintain cleanliness in patient areas, including bed spaces, bathrooms, kitchens, and communal areas, adhering to NHS cleaning standards. Execute daily and deep cleaning tasks according to the Domestic Cleaning Schedule. Safely utilize appropriate cleaning chemicals and equipment in line with COSHH regulations. Promptly report any maintenance issues or hazards you encounter.Infection Prevention & Control: Follow strict hand hygiene, PPE, and cross-contamination procedures. Respond swiftly to cleaning requests related to spills or isolation areas. Assist with outbreak control procedures when necessary.Teamwork and Communication: Work collaboratively with nursing staff, dietitians, and infection control teams to enhance patient care. Communicate effectively with patients, especially those who may have additional needs or vulnerabilities. Contribute to team briefings and training sessions to foster a positive working environment.What We're Looking For: A strong commitment to patient care and safety. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well within a team. Knowledge of food preparation, dietary needs, HACCP, and infection control. A positive attitude, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn!What We Offer: A supportive team environment that values your contributions. Opportunities for personal and professional development. Competitive salary and benefits.If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career as a Food Services Assistant and make a significant impact in the lives of our patients, we want to hear from you! Join us in providing exceptional food services that nurture recovery and enhance the patient experience. We can't wait to welcome you to our team! Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser