Restaurant Assistant

Band 2 - 30 hours per week

The Postholder may work in the restaurant or the kitchen and is responsible for the service of food and maintaining the standard of service, cleanliness and hygiene in those areas. To be responsible for the taking of cash and maintaining necessary records as directed by supervisory staff, responsible for the preparation, service and clearing of functions. Responsible for the servicing of vending machine including, replenishing stock, cleaning & cash handling and completion of associated records relating to function work and the vending service.

The service of food from the hot plate to the table/customer.

The preparation and service of call order snacks, sandwiches or salads as required.

The operation of cash registers in accordance with policy and procedure.

Maintaining the prescribed portion control in the service of food & beverages to the customers.

The clearing of tables and hot plates during & after service as required.

To assist with the washing of crockery, cutlery and service equipment as necessary using the appropriate dishwashing machines and detergents.

Cleaning and stocking of beverage brewing machines and cold drinks dispensers.

Ensuring that all vending machines are stocked and cleaned regularly and good cash control is exercised for all machines.

Completing the associated documents to record items sold and cash collected from the vending machines.

Maintain a neat & tidy appearance at all times ensuring the use and wearing of personal protective clothing (inc. safety shoes) & equipment.

To assist in the thorough cleansing of the restaurant and associated areas including stores in accordance with the Trust’s food Hygiene codes of Practice and local cleaning schedules.

To assist in the preparation work for the patient tray meal service.

Due to the nature of the service the applicant will be required to work flexible hours over a 7 day period including weekends and public holidays.

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate:
Safety

Care

Respect

Communication

Learning

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more.

To provide cover for colleagues as directed by your supervisor.

To refrain from acting in a manner which in any way endangers yourself, fellow employees or members of the public.

You will follow risk management procedures at all times. The Risk Management procedures for the Trust and the department are kept by the departmental manager.

You are personally responsible for Risk Management issues in respect of yourself and your colleagues.

If you identify a potential hazard you should report it to your manager / supervisor at once. If in doubt you should speak to your Supervisor for guidance.

You must always use safety equipment provided, and report any defects to your supervisor.

To avoid any behaviour which discriminates against your fellow employees, or potential employees on the grounds of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, creed, colour, nationality, ethnic origin or disability.

To safeguard at all times confidentiality of information relating to patients and staff.

To refrain from smoking in any areas of Trust premises.

To behave in a manner which ensures the security of NHS property and resources.

To abide by all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures.