Location: Whitby Hospital- YO21 1EE
Hours: Working bank shifts (as and when available/required) through NHS Professionals bank (09:00-13:30 or 13:30 - 18:30)
Pay Rate: £12.51 per hour
Are you ready to Spice Up Your Career?
We're always on the lookout for Catering Assistants to join the NHS Professionals bank and join a pool of elite, experienced workers who can provide invaluable support across our multiple UK locations, contributing positively to their local community in a role they can take pride in.
Whether you’re balancing studies, family commitments, or simply crave variety in your career, this role offers the perfect balance of flexibility and fulfilment, without sacrificing opportunity! Enjoy the freedom to shape your career on your terms, gaining invaluable experience while maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
Don't miss this chance to embark on an exciting journey where every shift brings new possibilities!
About the Role
Step into the heart of hospital hospitality as a Catering Assistant, where you'll ensure every meal is served with care and compassion.
In this dynamic role, you'll play a pivotal part in delivering nutritious and delicious meals tailored to the needs of patients, staff, and visitors. Your teamwork and flexibility will keep our kitchen running smoothly, while your vigilance in monitoring temperatures and upholding food safety standards ensures the highest standards of hygiene are maintained. Join our team and be an essential contributor to delivering exceptional care, one meal at a time.
What you’ll be responsible for:
· Prepare food to specified recipes, including in high-risk chilled areas.
· Knowledge of food safety practices and regulations is essential.
· Ensure accurate labelling of products.
· Handle, store, and serve food safely and hygienically.
· Assist with dining area setup and cleaning.
· Maintain accurate records of food temperatures, stock levels, and wastage.
Ideally, you will have the following skills and experience:
· Previous experience in catering or food service preferred, but not essential.
· Basic food hygiene certificate essential.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
· Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.
As a member of NHS Professionals, you have fantastic benefits:
· Competitive pay rates: Work this week and get paid the following week,
· Essential support available 24/7, 365 days a year: Call us anytime you need assistance,
· Multi-locational opportunities: Work across neighbouring Trusts,
· Convenient shift and timesheet management: Access your "My Bank" shift portal from anywhere, anytime, via smartphone or online,
· Access to training and development opportunities: Stay updated with essential skills and more.
Who are NHS Professionals?
We specialise in putting people in place to care.
Each year, we assist thousands of dedicated candidates and highly skilled workers in accessing better career prospects, more shifts, and a healthier work-life balance, thereby empowering our members with increased choice and control.
We advocate strongly for the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion agenda, encouraging suitably qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Joining us offers the chance to work flexible Bank shifts across different client Trusts in England, enabling professional development and experience in various wards or areas.
If you're looking for a supportive environment, diverse career paths, and a commitment to your professional advancement, NHS Professionals is the ideal choice for your career in healthcare.
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Disclaimer
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Application question(s):
* Can you commute to Whitby Hospital for this role?
Licence/Certification:
* Food Safety Level 2 certificate (required)
Work Location: In person
Salary description
£12.51 - £12.51 per hour