Catering Assistant

As a Catering Assistant, you will play a vital role in our hospital's food service operations. You will be responsible for preparing and serving meals to patients, staff, and visitors, ensuring that the highest standards of hygiene and nutrition are maintained. You will also assist in managing dietary requirements and ensuring that our service contributes positively to the recovery and well-being of our patients.,

• Taking patient menu orders in the afternoon on the 13.30t o 20.00 Shift delivering plated meals to the wards in a bulk trolley and collecting them back in.
• Helping with the clean down after the meals have been collected.
• Maintain cleanliness and organisation of kitchen and dining areas, adhering to food safety regulations.
• Assist in the washing and sanitising of kitchen equipment and utensils.
• Help with stock management, including inventory control and rotation of supplies.
• Provide excellent customer service by interacting warmly and respectfully with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Assist with the collection of feedback regarding meal service to support continuous improvement.
  
  We are seeking candidates who are passionate about food service and committed to supporting the health and well-being of our patients. The ideal Catering Assistant will possess:
• A genuine interest in catering and the nutrition of patients.
• Strong communication skills and a friendly, approachable demeanor.
• Ability to work well in a team and independently.
• A high level of attention to detail, particularly regarding hygiene and food safety.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and holidays if required.
• Previous experience in a catering environment is preferred but not essential; training will be provided.
  
  Doncaster Royal Infirmary is a modern and well-equipped hospital serving the healthcare needs of our community. As part of the Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality patient care in a compassionate and supportive environment. Our dedicated staff work collaboratively to ensure that we provide not only the best medical treatment but also the best experience for our patients and visitors., About Sodexo
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits and Rewards Services and Personal and Home Services. We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents and Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it's a chance to be part of something greater. You'll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you'll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you'll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:
• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied