Catering Assistant

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Who we are:

NHS Ayrshire and Arran is one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.

In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran we are committed to a culture that is Caring Safe and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.

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Position

An opportunity has arisen for a Catering Assistant based at Ayrshire Central Hospital.

The main kitchen at Ayrshire Central Hospital provides in excess of 600 patients prepared and cooked meals every day, including therapeutic diets to patients, as well as meal services for the staff and the public. In addition, we cater for and provide hospitality for meetings and functions.

What you will do:

Your duties will include the service of meals to the patients in all areas, general catering duties, and always maintaining a high standard of hygiene, recording and monitoring data for HACCP and Environmental Health.

For further information on the role please click the link below to view the job description

Knowledge, training and/or experience required to do the job:

You will be an organised person with kitchen management skills. Experience in large scale catering, preferably within NHS would be advantageous but not essential as full training will be given. You should have the ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team. Good communication skills are essential

For further information on the requirements for the role please click the link below to view the person specification

Hours:

Shift pattern 7 days on/7days off 19 per week

1345-1945 weekdays and 1345-1945 weekends

However applicants who wish to be considered must be available to cover all shifts within the department between the hours of 7.00am – 8.45pm which may include Sat/Sun to cover staff leave.