Catering Assistant

Catering Assistant - UPMC Aut Even Location: Aut Even Hospital Job type: Permanent Overview of role: UPMC Aut Even are recruiting a catering assistant to deliver an efficient and timely service to all patients while maintaining a quality service. To provide a high quality service in line with infection control standards and protocols throughout the organisation and to adhere to HACCP regulations at all times. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Catering Duties Tray setting, cleaning trays and contents. Taking patient meal orders paying particular attention to dietary requirements. Serving meals and to communicate with nursing staff regarding patients dietary requirements. Clean equipment and associated work areas in accordance with cleaning schedules using recommended detergents, to leave catering and service areas clean and hygienic at the end of the shift. To work closely with the Catering Supervisor, Ward Mangers, Hospital Dietician and other staff members as appropriate to ensure that the nutritional and dietary requirements of patients are provided for. May be required to work in the hospital canteen/Coffee Dock to cover leave. Housekeeping / Cleaning: To maintain the correct standard as per housekeeping and HACCP guidelines To clean equipment and associated areas of work in accordance with cleaning schedules using recommended procedures. To comply with hospital procedures and standards of dress and personal hygiene. To comply with any reasonable request as directed by the Catering Manager or other designated supervisor/manager. Temperature Monitoring To record and monitor the temperature of all food in line HACCP Standards. To check the temperature of all fridge's, freezers and dish washer as required in line with the HACCP standards. Training Bi annually to attend HACCP Training. To attend all Mandatory education sessions. Accreditation Will familiarise themselves with policies, procedures and guidelines directly related to your area. Assist in the review of policies, procedures and Guidelines under the direction of the chapter lead/department manager. Lean Support and participate with others to problem solve and continuously improve using the lean tools and techniques Attend/participate on-site training as required Minimising waste, improving waste reduction Quality &Safety - Safe Culture Quality and safety are rooted in the daily work of all individuals at Aut Even Hospital. As an employee you are required to actively participate throughout your working day in the pursuit of excellence. You are required to work in conjunction with your line manager in the planning, monitoring, analyzing and improvement of all quality programs. Participate in the development of performance indicators in conjunction with your department manager and the business objectives. Initiates, participates in and evaluates audit according to JCI, Hospital policy and Lean requirements under the guidance and supported by an audit lead. Health and Safety Aut Even employees are required to ensure that they take reasonable care to protect their own safety, health and welfare and that of any other person who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Employees must co-operate with Aut Even Hospital to ensure safety, health and welfare at work and report anything potentially dangerous at work of which they become aware. Staff are expected to abide by guidelines/policies and all Incidents and near misses. All employees are required to attend an education sessions on Fire, Health & safety on an annual basis. Personnel Follow uniform policy reference AEH/HOS/FAC/021 General Through the course of the working day or week there may be a requirement to work in other areas of the hospital. Staff must produce satisfactory documentary evidence of all training and experience claimed by them, if required to do so by the organisation. To respect Mission Statement of the Hospital. Working Hours: Normal Catering shift pattern is 7.30am to 18.30 Alternative Catering hours 10.00-18.30 and Night Teas 18.30 to 21.30 Weekends are worked in rotation. You will be required to cross train in Housekeeping and cover shifts assigned to you. Housekeeping hours 6.00am-15.00 and 11.00-21.00 Qualifications & Experience: Essential Criteria: Previous experience desirable but not essential. Good communication skills Excellent customer service skills Up to date HACCP certification Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues. Compensation - Competitive pay for the work employees do - base pay, performance related pay and premium pay where applicable. Benefits - Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66. Performance and Recognition - Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme. Work-Life Balance - Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments. Development and Career Opportunities - Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement. About UPMC UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division - an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world. In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny. Skills: Catering Hospital Cleaning