Bank Kitchen AssistantNHS

Job summary

Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society? Become a valued member of our staff bank at The Bridge, a service for those with Neurological conditions in the role of Bank Kitchen Assistant and enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that align with your schedule. Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries. Its a calm and pleasurable working environment, where youll be able to manage your workload and enjoy creating delicious meals. Theres a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly. As a Bank Kitchen Assistant you will be: Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the companys policies and procedures. Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverages. Maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation. Ensuring that all areas, equipment

Main duties of the job

This role offers a unique chance to work within a healthcare setting as a Bank Kitchen Assistant at The Bridge, serving those with neurological conditions. You'll support the Head Chef in meal preparation, maintaining a clean kitchen, and assisting with deliveries. Enjoy the flexibility of choosing shifts that suit your schedule while working in a calm and social environment. Your responsibilities include assisting in the preparation and cooking of meals according to company policies, serving food and beverages, maintaining stock rotation, and ensuring all areas comply with hygiene standards. You'll collaborate with dietitians regarding meals and receive mandatory training, wellbeing support, and two-week paid induction. Benefits also include a competitive hourly rate of £13.11, free meals, parking, and optional pension contributions.

Job description

Are you passionate about food and looking for a rewarding opportunity to work within a healthcare setting helping some of the most vulnerable people in society?

Become a valued member of our staff bank at The Bridge, a service for those with Neurological conditions in the role of Bank Kitchen Assistant and enjoy the flexibility to choose shifts that align with your schedule.

Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support the chefs to prepare meals, maintain a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries.

It’s a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you’ll be able to manage your workload and enjoy creating delicious meals. There’s a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly.

As a Bank Kitchen Assistant you will be:

• Assisting catering staff with both the preparation and cooking of meals in accordance with the company’s policies and procedures.
• Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverages.
• Maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation.
• Ensuring that all areas, equipment and furniture are cleaned and stored correctly.
• As part of the catering team, ensuring the kitchen and associated areas meet operational hygiene standards and comply with the company’s policies and procedures.
• Liaising with the wider team, including dietitians regarding dietary and planned meals

To be successful in this role, you'll need:

• Relevant Catering Qualification (Desirable)
• Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP
• Experience of working within similar role.
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

Where you will be working:

Lower East Street, Middlehaven, Middlesbrough, TS2 1SW

You will be working at The Bridge, a specialist inpatient neurological rehabilitation and complex care service. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team you will provide care and support for people with neurological illnesses, acquired brain and spinal cord injuries.

As a care centre, this service is a home from home offering en-suite accommodation and spacious communal areas with dedicated therapy spaces, where truly person-centred care is delivered and where each individual is at the heart of everything.

What you will get:

• Hourly rate of £13.11(Excluding 12.07% holiday allowance uplift)
• Two-week paid induction
• Free meals and parking
• Mandatory training to ensure you are fully able to do your job at the best of your ability.
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.
• Pension contribution to secure your future (Optional)

About your next employer:

You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

About us

Elysium Healthcare is a leading healthcare provider in the UK, employing over 8,000 people across 80 services. They cover a wide range of specialties, including Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities, and Autism, offering care, rehabilitation, and education. Elysium Healthcare operates under Ramsay Health Care, a global network spanning 10 countries with over 86,000 employees. The organisation is known for its stability, agility, and unique approach to delivering exceptional care. They promote inclusive recruitment practices and the safeguarding of service users. By joining Elysium Healthcare, you'll be part of a company committed to the welfare of its employees and patients alike.