Northumbria Healthcare Facilities Management (NHFM)
Provides specialist project management, estates maintenance, and a full range of facilities services. NHFML is a wholly owned subsidiary of Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The successful applicant will be an employee of the subsidiary, not the NHS. Terms and conditions are closely aligned with those of the NHS.
We require reliable, enthusiastic, and motivated Catering Assistants
to join our bank to work within our hospital and community sites. Benefits include:
1. Flexible hours; choose when and where you want to work
2. Competitive pay rates; including enhanced pay for unsociable hours
3. Paid annual leave
4. Pension scheme
5. Fast-track recruitment for substantive roles
6. Opportunities across various wards and departments, including community, dental, and specialist services
7. Access to Staff Wellbeing Team services
8. Book shifts online from home
9. Option to block-book shifts
10. SMS notifications of shift availability
11. Staff newsletters and bulletins
12. Local and national NHS discounts
13. Free uniform, where applicable
Role Responsibilities
Preparing food, cleaning equipment and areas, and serving food to patients, visitors, and staff. The role supports high standards of patient care, requiring excellent communication, flexibility, and alignment with trust values.
Coverage Areas
We particularly need bank Catering Assistants in:
* Alnwick
* Berwick
* Blyth
* Hexham
* Cramlington (NSECH)
* Ashington
* North Tyneside
Shifts and Pay
Shifts are available across 7 days, with enhanced pay for night and weekend shifts, approximately £13.66/hour on Saturdays or nights, and £17.83/hour on Sundays/public holidays.
About NHFM
Providing care across hospital and community settings, NHFM staff must respond quickly to increased demands. Staff bank supports 24/7 service, with minimum 2 shifts/month, more if desired. For benefits, visit our website.
Additional Requirements
Applicants may need to pay for their DBS check via salary deduction. Responsibilities include food prep, cleaning, serving, operating dishwashers, and adhering to hygiene and safety standards.
Key Duties
* Checking and storing goods per HACCP policies
* Serving food and checking temperature compliance
* Operating dishwashers and cleaning
* Preparing vegetables, salads, and meals
* Serving in wards and dining areas
* Maintaining vending machines and cash register
* Maintaining appearance standards
* Flexibility to cover shifts and departments
* Ensuring hygiene and safety compliance
* Participating in training programs
This job description is not exhaustive and may be revised as needed. The advert closes on Tuesday 22 Apr 2025.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Applicants declaring a disability and meeting minimum criteria will generally be offered an interview, subject to certain recruitment limitations. For more details, visit Disability Confident.
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