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Band 2 Catering Stores Person / Clerk

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Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • Customer Relations
    Facilities Management
  • Birmingham

AI generated summary

  • You must manage catering stores, maintain records, check deliveries and food safety, assist with stock takes, use IT systems, and communicate issues while lifting and working in varied temperatures.
  • You will provide customer service, maintain food safety standards, manage stock, check deliveries, record temperatures, and assist with ordering while ensuring proper food rotation and documentation.

Requirements

  • 1. The post holder will be responsible for receipt, issue and safe custody of all catering stores. This includes maintaining accurate electronic records using the menumark system. The completion of associated HACCP Food Safety documentation.
  • 2. Assist the Catering Facilities Supervisor, in carrying out stock takes as and when required.
  • 3. Receive deliveries and make the necessary checks in accordance with the Initial Check Document Procedure.
  • 4. Comply fully with the Trust Food Hygiene Safety policy in particular the Food Handling Practices regarding Receipt, Delivery and Storage of Food and non-food items. This includes checking the quality, quantity, dates and appearance.
  • 5. Use departmental IT systems as appropriate. e.g. menu Mark or equivalent.
  • 6. To liaise with the relevant supervisors/managers if they identify over ordering, stock deficiencies, delivery discrepancies, suspicion of theft or any other problems.
  • 7. Checking and recording of temperatures of chilled and frozen foods in accordance with Trust Food Hygiene and Safety Policy and take corrective action where necessary.
  • 8. Will be required to work in extreme temperatures in a hot kitchen and cold chillers/freezer.
  • 9. Frequently required to exert moderate physical effort for short and long periods of time, e.g. lifting heavy bulky food supplies, pushing heavy food trolleys.
  • 10. To issue stock accurately to the Main Kitchen, and Wards/departments ensuring that requisitions are documented and accounted for.
  • 11. Under the direction of the catering supervisors, may be required to order food and non-food items, by phone or electronic system and liaising with external suppliers, in relation to deliveries and urgent stock requests.

Responsibilities

  • The post holder will provide excellent customer service under the supervision of the Catering Facilities Supervisor, delivering an efficient and professional catering service at all times.
  • The post holder will be required to ensure high standards of food safety and quality are maintained at all times and in accordance with Food Safety Legislation and Hazard Analysis Critical Care Points (HACCP) Food Safety Management System.
  • They will be required to issue stock to the Main Kitchen, and other catering areas ensuring that requisitions are documented and accounted for.
  • 1. The post holder will be responsible for receipt, issue and safe custody of all catering stores. This includes maintaining accurate electronic records using the menumark system. The completion of associated HACCP Food Safety documentation.
  • 2. Assist the Catering Facilities Supervisor, in carrying out stock takes as and when required.
  • 3. Receive deliveries and make the necessary checks in accordance with the Initial Check Document Procedure.
  • 4. Comply fully with the Trust Food Hygiene Safety policy in particular the Food Handling Practices regarding Receipt, Delivery and Storage of Food and non-food items. This includes checking the quality, quantity, dates and appearance.
  • 5. Use departmental IT systems as appropriate. e.g. menu Mark or equivalent.
  • 6. To liaise with the relevant supervisors/managers if they identify over ordering, stock deficiencies, delivery discrepancies, suspicion of theft or any other problems.
  • To ensure all goods are correctly rotated using the system of First in First out [FIFO] according to “Use by” or “Best before” dates. Inform Catering Facilities Supervisor of any out-of-date stock.
  • Checking and recording of temperatures of chilled and frozen foods in accordance with Trust Food Hygiene and Safety Policy and take corrective action where necessary.
  • Will be required to work in extreme temperatures in a hot kitchen and cold chillers/freezer.
  • Frequently required to exert moderate physical effort for short and long periods of time, e.g. lifting heavy bulky food supplies, pushing heavy food trolleys.
  • To issue stock accurately to the Main Kitchen, and Wards/departments ensuring that requisitions are documented and accounted for.
  • Under the direction of the catering supervisors, may be required to order food and non-food items, by phone or electronic system and liaising with external suppliers, in relation to deliveries and urgent stock requests.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of the Band 2 Catering Stores Person/Clerk?

The primary responsibility of the Band 2 Catering Stores Person/Clerk is to provide excellent customer service while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality are maintained in accordance with Food Safety Legislation and HACCP Food Safety Management System.

What systems will the post holder need to use?

The post holder will need to use departmental IT systems such as menu Mark or equivalent for maintaining electronic records and managing stock.

What should the post holder do if they identify stock deficiencies?

The post holder should liaise with the relevant supervisors/managers if they identify over ordering, stock deficiencies, delivery discrepancies, suspicion of theft, or any other problems.

Are there physical demands associated with this job?

Yes, the role frequently requires moderate physical effort for both short and long periods, such as lifting heavy bulky food supplies and pushing heavy food trolleys.

What safety policy must the post holder comply with?

The post holder must comply fully with the Trust Food Hygiene Safety policy, particularly regarding Food Handling Practices in the Receipt, Delivery, and Storage of Food and non-food items.

Will the post holder be expected to check food temperatures?

Yes, the post holder will be required to check and record the temperatures of chilled and frozen foods in accordance with Trust Food Hygiene and Safety Policy and take corrective action where necessary.

What type of environments will the post holder work in?

The post holder will work in extreme temperatures, including hot kitchens and cold chillers/freezers.

Is experience required for this position?

While specific experience requirements may be outlined in the attached job description and person specification, a general understanding of food safety and basic catering operations is beneficial.

Is there an opportunity for advancement within the team?

Yes, by being part of BCHC and demonstrating skill and commitment, there may be opportunities for career advancement within the organization.

When is the application deadline for this position?

The job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, so it is encouraged to apply as soon as possible if interested.

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2011
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of community-based health services, including nursing, therapy, and specialist care, across Birmingham and surrounding areas. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care in the community, improving health outcomes and quality of life. Their purpose is to offer accessible, effective healthcare services that support individuals in managing their health and well-being outside of hospital settings.