Introduction
Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society?
Become a valued member of our staff bank at St Neots Neurological Centrea service for adults with neurological or mental health conditionsin the role of Bank Catering Assistant and enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that align with your schedule.
Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. There’s a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly.
It’s a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you’ll be able to manage your workload and enjoy creating delicious meals. There’s a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly.
As a Bank Catering Assistant you will be:
1. Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures.
2. Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverages.
3. Maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation.
4. Ensuring that all areas, equipment and furniture are cleaned and stored correctly.
5. Part of the catering team, ensuring the kitchen and associated areas meet operational hygiene standards and comply with the company’s policies and procedures.
6. Liaising with the wider team, including dietitians regarding dietary and planned meals
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
7. Relevant Catering Qualification (Desirable)
8. Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP
9. Experience of working within similar role.
10. Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
Where you will be working:
St Neots Hospital is located in the centre of town and provides assessment, treatment, rehabilitation and complex care for both males and females suffering from a broad range of neurological conditions, which is provided by a highly experienced team based on site. We have four separate wards within the hospitals which you would be based on.
What you will get:
11. Hourly rate of £12.05 (plus 12.07% holiday allowance uplift)
12. Two-week paid induction
13. Free meals and parking
14. Mandatory training to ensure you are fully able to do your job at the best of your ability.
15. Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
16. Pension contribution to secure your future (Optional)
There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts and special offers, car leasing without a credit check, holiday financing and much more.