Catering Assistant

Join to apply for the Catering Assistant role at Elysium HealthcareAre you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society?If so, join The Farndon Unit, a service for women with Mental Health and personality disorder diagnoses, where you will be working 37.5 hours a week with an established and dedicated kitchen team.Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. There’s a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly.It’s a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you’ll be able to manage your workload and your career. There’s a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.As a Catering Assistant You Will BeAssisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company’s policies and proceduresServing service users, staff and visitors with food and beveragesMaintaining storage procedures and stock rotationEnsuring that all areas, equipment and furniture are cleaned and stored correctlyAs part of the catering team, ensuring the kitchen and associated areas meet operational hygiene standards and comply with the company’s policies and proceduresLiaising with the wider team, including dietitians regarding dietary and planned mealsTo Be Successful In This Role, You'll NeedRelevant Catering Qualification (Desirable)Knowledge of COSHH and HACCPExperience of working within similar roleBasic numeracy and literacy skillsWhere You Will Be WorkingLocation: Farndon Rd, Newark NG24 4SWThe Farndon Unit is a purpose-built hospital which provides services across low secure, rehabilitation and acute inpatient settings for women with Mental Health and personality disorder diagnoses.Our combination of low secure wards and a rehabilitation ward area provide a seamless internal care pathway supporting and empowering patients in their recovery and rehabilitation prior to discharge.On-site facilities include large and attractive en-suite bedrooms, disabled facilities, secure courtyard and garden, patient café, gym, salon, and activity hall.What You Will GetAt Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others. You’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:Annual base salary of £25,058The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leaveCareer development and training to help you achieve your professional goalsAccess to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hubWellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balanceAccess to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discountsLife AssuranceStream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save directly from your wages24/7 GP service and second medical opinionEnhanced Maternity PackagePension contributionFree/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parkingAbout Your Next EmployerElysium Healthcare has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment practices and is a Disability Confident employer. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.#Elysium #J-18808-Ljbffr