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Catering Assistant - Retail Royal Liverpool Hospital Outlets

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Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Liverpool

AI generated summary

  • You need previous catering experience, knowledge of catering, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Flexibility is essential, including availability for bank holidays.
  • You will prepare and serve meals, ensure food hygiene, provide high-quality service, and assist in cleaning in a busy hospital environment. Flexibility with shifts, including holidays, is required.

Requirements

  • - Previous catering experience, including cooking snacks and front of house service
  • - A good knowledge of catering is required
  • - Self motivated and can work in a team or on their own unsupervised
  • - Flexible and able to support the needs of the service
  • - May be required to work Bank holidays including Christmas Day

Responsibilities

  • - Involved in the preparation and service of meals to patients, Staff & Visitors.
  • - Required to undertake a wide range of cleaning and monitoring duties associated with maintaining food hygiene within the main kitchens, ward kitchens, dining room and coffee shops.
  • - Ensuring that at all time a high quality service provision is offered, maintaining trust values.
  • - Working in a busy hospital and can be moved as the needs of the service requires.
  • - May be required to work Bank holidays including Christmas Day.
  • - A good knowledge of catering is required.
  • - Previous catering experience, including cooking snacks and front of house service.

FAQs

What is the primary location for the Catering Assistant position?

The primary location for the Catering Assistant position is the Royal Liverpool Hospital, with potential support at Broadgreen and Aintree Hospitals as needed.

How many hours per week is this position?

This position is for 20 hours a week.

What are the main responsibilities of the Catering Assistant?

The main responsibilities include the preparation and service of meals to patients, staff, and visitors, as well as a wide range of cleaning and monitoring duties to maintain food hygiene.

Is previous catering experience required for this role?

Yes, previous catering experience is required, including cooking snacks and front of house service.

Will I be required to work during holidays?

Yes, you may be required to work on Bank holidays, including Christmas Day, depending on business needs.

Is training provided for this role?

Yes, training will be given for all positions.

What qualities are you looking for in a candidate?

We are looking for self-motivated staff who can work effectively in a team or independently without supervision.

How flexible do I need to be for this role?

Flexibility is essential, as you may be moved to different areas as the needs of the service require.

Where can I find more information about the Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust?

More information can be found in their annual report, accessible through this link: https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf

How do I apply for this job?

You can apply for this job by submitting an application form that includes all relevant experience.

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Our hospitals make us one of the largest employers in the region, employing more than 12,000 people

Science & Healthcare
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10,001+
Employees
2019
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises of Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital Our hospitals make us one of the largest employers in the region, employing more than 12,000 people. It also has a successful Volunteers scheme, with more than 450 volunteers providing support in a variety of roles. We deliver a range of services including general hospital services, specialist services, cancer services, dental services and community services. We are the main provider of general hospital services to a Liverpool population of 403,400 and neighbouring catchments, covering a total population of around 700,000 people. In addition, we also deliver a range of specialist services to a regional population of over two million. We are the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and work in partnership with neurological specialists at the Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust and other trauma units across the region as part of the Major Trauma Collaborative.