Bank Cook - Whitworth Hospital

The Trust is currently under-represented in terms of individuals from BME backgrounds and welcomes applicants from these communities. DCHS is also an LGBT inclusive employer. Selection will be on a basis of merit. The Trust has achieved the status of a Disability Confident Leader and guarantees to invite to assessment applicants who meet the criteria for the job vacancy. To ensure the diversity of the workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.Be outstanding - join an outstanding team! Job overviewExciting opportunities have arisen to be part of DCHS Integrated facilities Team (IFM) Bank.The Bank is our Temporary workforce which is essential to cover holidays, sickness etc you will be working on an flexible rota on a as and when required basis. Full training will be given.We are actively recruiting Bank Cook's into the following localities: Whitworth Hospital - Matlock (DE4 2JD)To be responsible for the provision of a patient meal service by undertaking specific outlined and approved processes and procedures to ensure the quality and temperature of meals at service are safe and appropriate and within the guidelines of food hygiene legislation. To maintain required hygiene standards and safe systems of work. To provide assistance and information as required around the patient meals and menus and to provide a point of contact between the catering provision and the wards to identify any issues or specific dietary requirements. Be able to cover all hospital sites. Main duties of the job To work as part of the IFM Catering Teams for the provision of a patient and staff meal producing freshly cooked food in one of our production kitchens.Applicants will have previous experience of working in a busy kitchen, must be motivated and committed to providing a high quality service and be able to work as part of a team or on their own initiative.Knowledge of special and modified diets IDDSI and/or experience of working in a healthcare setting would be an advantage. .Understand statutory requirements on food hygiene, allergens, storage and temperature control and an excellent knowledge of food hygiene and food preparation are essential.Successful candidates must be qualified to City & Guilds 7061/2 or NVQ Levels 1 & 2 and Level 2 Food Safety Certificate. Basic numeracy and literacy skills are also required.Working for our organisationOur purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire. We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.During the pandemic response we have led the implementation of public vaccination centres in collaboration with partners across health and social care.We take the health, safety and well-being of our colleagues very seriously and all of our staff are fully trained and provided with the correct uniform and PPE to ensure they can undertake their tasks in a safe and effective manner at all times.Detailed job description and main responsibilities Strategy and Service DevelopmentReview and where possible identify areas of improvement opportunities to ensure a responsive and consistent quality patient meal service within policy and required legislation.Financial Resources/ManagementTo work within the constraints of an identified and specific catering budget. Maintain cost effective stock control and catering ordering system.Information Resources/Information SystemsTo ensure all required information systems are accurately maintained within required time constraints.Autonomy/Scope within RoleTo instruct and routinely supervise lower grades of Catering Staff when requiredWorks to the required food hygiene legislation in all aspects of service provision and works to the guidance and management of the locality lead. Works to trust policies and procedures.Person specificationExperience Essential criteria Knowledge of work procedures, practices and equipment for a catering service including advanced food hygiene processesPrevious experience within a catering environment Desirable criteria Knowledge and understanding of special dietary needsQualifications Essential criteria City and Guilds NVQ 3 or equivalentBasic Food Hygiene Desirable criteria Basic Health and SafetyDerbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust (DCHS) is one of the largest providers of specialist community healthcare in England and we currently employ around 4,500 staff. We deliver a variety of services across Derbyshire, caring for nearly 1.8 million patients each year. We deliver patient care through 11 community hospitals, 4 minor injury units, 29 health centres and a learning disability centre. Another key part of our service is out in the community where we care for people in their own homes via therapists, health visitors and district nurses, and promoting public health in the wider community. As a Trust we care for patients of all ages with a special focus on the needs of elderly people and the very young.DCHS has been recognised as a top 10 NHS organisation to work for in the UK by the Health Service Journal and NHS Employers in their Best Places to Work 2015 campaign. The Trust is also the runner-up in the category for the best NHS community trust employer.TWITTER/FACEBOOK - DCHS has its own Social Media accounts for recruitment. Follow us/like us via @dchsjobsOur vision "to be the best provider of local healthcare and to be a great place to work"Our values:1) To get the basics right2) To act with compassion and respect3) To make a difference4) To value and develop teamwork5) To value everyone's contribution because everyone mattersThe majority of our locations offer free parking facilities for staff.We will communicate with you regarding your application via email so please check your email account on a regular basis. If using hotmail, MSN or yahoo email accounts please check your 'junk/spam' mail regularly.If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, option 1 or [email protected] and we will be happy to provide assistance.Please note - if we receive a high number of applications for this position we reserve the right to withdraw the post before the closing date, therefore it is advisable that you apply as early as possible to avoid disappointment. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that's job share, part time or another flexible pattern. Employer certification / accreditation badges Applicant requirementsThe postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions. Documents to download JD & PS (PDF, 544.5KB) Application Guidance (PDF, 315.5KB) Applicant Pack (PDF, 1.4MB) Terms & Conditions BANK (PDF, 175.4KB)