Catering Assistant Stores Person in Coleraine

A new role is available as a Catering Assistant Stores Person at Causeway Hospital, 26 hours each week, 7am-3pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday. This is a temporary contract to cover sickness absence until 31st August 2026, with the possibility of extension if required.

JOB SUMMARY: The post holder will assist in the provision of Domestic Services in the customer/patient focused environment of the Northern Health and Social Care Trust. The postholder will work to ensure that services delivered promote a professional public image to service users and other staff and that Environmental Cleanliness is delivered in accordance with national and local guidelines and protocols. Maintaining their work area to a high level of cleanliness and adhering to all policies and procedures.

KEY RESULT AREAS / MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure procedures are followed with regard to Environmental Cleanliness in line with Infection Control including the use of PPE as required.
• Observe safe working methods in relation to equipment, cleanliness and cleaning materials (COSHH).
• Adhere to Health and Safety Regulations, Colour Coding Guidance and ensure standards are maintained.
• Deliver all stores needed for pantries, stock A&E fridge and check dates on food, deliver fruit to NIAS, put away all food delivery and take HACCP of high-risk food and record it in HACCP file.
• Deep clean freezer & chill room.
• Put store deliveries away and take HACCP of high-risk food and record it in HACCP file.
• Deep clean veg store.
• Wash the lift door and floor.
• Carry out other duties as may be assigned from time to time by the Domestic Services Supervisor and/or Catering & Domestic Services Manager.
• Ensure a high standard of personal hygiene is maintained and the Uniform Policy is adhered to at all times.
• Undertake any training courses including in-house and off the job training as deemed necessary to the post.
• Report defective equipment/work and floor surfaces to the appropriate line manager.
• Work in accordance with duty rotas and work schedules.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade, as assigned from time to time, to ensure the smooth running of the Department.
• Report any pest control problems to Domestic Services Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA SECTION 1: The following are ESSENTIAL criteria which will initially be measured at shortlisting stage although may also be further explored during the interview/selection stage. You should therefore make it clear on your application form whether or not you meet these criteria. Failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.

• Experience: 6 months experience in a Catering setting.
• Qualifications/Registration: Willingness to complete all in-house training and Food Safety if the role requires.

If you would like to be considered for this role or find out more, please use the link in this advert to send your CV to Julie. All details are treated in the strictest confidence. If this role isn't quite right for you but you would like to look for a new opportunity, please get in contact with us. Applicants must ensure their CV is accurate and up to date. The CV should include your full employment history inclusive of dates, all academic achievements and full personal contact details.

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