Catering Assistant Band 2

Job Description

About:

Lucas Love Healthcare are working alongside their client to recruit a Catering Assistant Band 2 Paediatrics Women’s Services and Corporate Support Services in Antrim 

Main Duties:

· To be responsible for the general cleaning duties in the kitchen, dining room and associated areas including vending machines.

· To assist with food service and plate food to clients and staff and to replenish food supplies as necessary.

· To assist in the preparation of vegetables, fruits, salads and beverages in accordance with departmental food safety procedures.

· To ensure the correct food safety procedures are followed with regard to receipt, storage, regeneration and temperature control of all meals (including cook/freeze or cook/chill).

· To ensure a high standard of personal hygiene and hygienic catering practices are maintained at all times in accordance with the Food Hygiene (General) Regulations (NI) 1996.

· Removal of waste from allocated areas.

· Observe safe working methods in relation to equipment, cleaning materials and report defective items as necessary.

· Adhere to all safety regulations appropriate to the area of work including Food Safety and Health & Safety Regulations.

· Undertaking any training courses including in-house and off the job training as deemed necessary to the post.

· To carry out cash handling duties.

· To report defective equipment / utensils / work and floor surfaces etc to the appropriate line manager.

· To work in accordance with duty rotas and work schedules.

· To Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade, as assigned from time to time, to ensure the smooth running of the Department.

Essential Criteria

Ability to communicate clearly, verbally and follow written instructions · Basic numeracy & literacy skills · Ability to use own initiative · Ability to work effectively both independently and as a team member · Ability to cope with difficult situations in a calm and professional manner as part of a team in a patient/user focused environment · Understanding of the importance of confidentiality in the work place

If you are interested in applying or want further information, please call 028 9066 8035 or email recruitment@lucaslovehealthcare.com today!!

Lucas Love Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities Employer and acts as both an Employment Agency and an Employment Business.