Caterer / Porter

Are you friendly, keen to learn, and a team player? If so keep reading as this could be your opportunity to join our well established team here on Starling ward at Richardson Community Hospital Ward. We are seeking to appoint to the caterer/porter. This is a hybrid role unique to the community hospitals , that is both rewarding and satisfying, working with staff to ensure our patients are cared for in a great environment

As a team we strive towards delivering a high standard of care and this is reflected in the feedback we receive from the patients and relatives who have had experience of being on our ward., As a caterer/porter you will provide a high standard of food preparation and service for both hot and cold food and drinks. Ensuring the kitchen and dining areas are kept clean and tidy. Within this role you will provide simple porter duties, such as rubish and linen removal from the ward. You must be able to work effectively as part of a team as well as being able to use your initiative when required. This role is shifting working days including weekends.

The successful applicant must be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. You will possess good organisational skills and be able to contribute to the development of flexible working arrangements within the team.

Starling ward is a rehabiltation ward that supports the needs of the patients , promoting independence is paramount in order to get the optimum outcome for the patient and also specialise in palliative and end of life care.

If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager

You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks

We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.