apprentice within RDaSH in Doncaster

The post-holder will work as part of the catering team to provide ancillary services directly to patients, service users, and customers by preparing, cooking and portioning a range of nutritionally sound, palatable and safe meals, using traditional and cook freeze methods of catering. A range of duties are covered from the start of the food preparation service through to the delivery to point of use, serving, cleaning and managing stock levels in line with legislative and local policy and procedures.

If you don't already have a Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in a relevant subject, RDaSH are offering this post alongside the opportunity for you to complete a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification relevant to your role. As an apprentice within RDaSH you will be given the opportunity to gain experience, learn work-related skills and obtain all the tools needed to thrive. An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Around 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying. This leads to a nationally recognised qualification. Whether you already work for us or are joining the Trust and NHS for the first time, apprenticeships can help you to develop the skills, knowledge and know-how in order to embark on a successful and fulfilling career within the health service.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of raw and cooked foods to produce meals as per standard recipes and portion control methods.
• Assist in the cooking of menu items ensuring adherence to standard recipes and the correct economical use of ingredients.
• Serve customers from the catering retail outlets.
• Responsible for operating a cash register and cash handling in accordance with the Trust policy on cash handling.
• Pick and pack food orders for delivery to in‑patient areas across all sites.
• Drive a Trust vehicle to deliver patient meals and provisions to in‑patient areas across all sites.
• Carry out food hygiene monitoring and complete documents in accordance with Trust Food Hygiene Policy and the HACCP system.
• Adhere to Trust Policies and Procedures.

Qualifications & Eligibility

• Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
• Eligibility for sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route (if eligible).

Please note, not all vacancies or applications are eligible for sponsorship.

Working for RDaSH Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected. We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services. We are dedicated to the development of our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues. We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first‑class care while remaining committed to our vision and values.