To organise and control the efficient and economic production of quality food within the allowed budget, whilst ensuring high standards of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained.
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Promote and ensure the good reputation of the Hospital. To maintain and demonstrate a positive attitudes towards clients, their families, staff, visitors and others.
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Liaise with the Hospital Manager when planning/costing menus in order to provide a balanced nutritious diet, making the best use of fresh foods, as available.
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Prepare, cook and serve meals, hot and cold, as appropriate. Responsible for maintaining and managing the food budget.
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Provide special diets where necessary as well as taking into account the preferences of individual Clients.
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To support the development of the process, practices and delivery of Active Recovery Care and Recovery.
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Be responsible for the washing up after meals and the overall cleaning of the kitchen and where appropriate the dining area.
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Maintain an accurate record / list of food supplies, freezer temperatures requirements, etc. where requested / required.
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Order stocks and check deliveries, as well as check and value stocks as required by the Hospital Manager.
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Supervise and train Kitchen Staff in the use of all equipment and hygiene procedures.
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Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence.
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Ensure statutory Health and Safety standards in the kitchen and dining areas.
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Report immediately to the Hospital Manager any illness of an infectious nature or accident incurred by a Client, Colleague, self or another.
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Notify the Hospital Manager as soon as possible of the inability to work, and also on return to work, from all periods of absence.
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Assist Hospital Manager when interviewing relevant Staff.
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Maintain complete confidentiality of all matters concerning the Hospital, Clients, Staff and related work.
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Participate in agreed systems of appraisal and individual performance review with the role of employee or employer.
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Participate in Staff and Client meetings and attend training sessions as required.
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Understand and ensure the implementation of the Hospital’s Health and Safety Policy, Emergency and Fire Procedures.
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Report any faulty appliances, damaged furniture or equipment and any potential hazard to the Hospital Manager.
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Ensure the security of the Hospital is maintained at all times.
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Adhere to all Group policies and procedures within the defined timescales, NCSC standards and guidelines, Department of Health guidelines and legislation, including the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice.
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Undertake other duties, as required, by the Head of Care or the Hospital Manager.
Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.