Job summary

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed individual to influence and contribute as part of the award winning Catering Services team at Darlington Memorial Hospital .

We are looking for enthusiastic, reliable and self-motivated people to become a part of our team for the safe production of over 17,000 meals per week within a Central Production Unit(CPU) .

Successful applicants will be expected to display their ability to operate in a very busy environment whilst displaying Impeccable hygiene standards, knowledge and practices.

The successful applicant will have :

A good knowledge of catering practices and procedures will be required which may have been gained in a similar hospital environment or in the catering private sector.

Sound knowledge of food hygiene regulations.

Good knowledge of ingredient recipes and associated allergens will also be essential.

Demonstrate a can do attitude

Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene

The work pattern is prdominantly Monday to Friday between the hours of 7am to 3pm , occaionally Sunday

Main duties of the job

To work under the direction of the Food Production Supervisors to assist with the preparation and cooking of nutritious and appetizing meals according to planned menus, using specified recipes, methods and systems for cook chill

Ensure high standards of food quality from point of purchase to meal preparation, cooking and service, ensuring quality control process throughout.

To ensure temperature monitoring and recording of all produced meals/foodstuffs and food storage equipment in accordance with standards as laid down in the Catering Departments Policies and Procedures and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points(HACCP)

To assist and comply in the general cleaning of premises/equipment in accordance with agreed cleaning schedules as specified

To display a high standard of personal hygiene

About us

CDD Services / SCL is a wholly owned subsidiary of County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust (CDDFT) set up to deliver a range of non-clinical services The company is a separate legal body to CDDFT.

CDD Services offers its own Terms and Conditions of employment which differ to the national NHS Terms and Conditions. As an employee in the company you will benefit from:

A Competitive salary
Excellent Performance Related Bonus Scheme
Access to a pension scheme - National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) CDD Services will pay a 3% contribution (this is over and above the minimum contribution rate at the present time)
Night Shift Working Allowances (where appropriate)
Bank Holiday Working Allowances (where appropriate)

Bank work is offered on an 'as and when' basis with no guaranteed hours and will be paid on a pro-rata hourly rate for hours worked only.

Date posted

08 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£11.54 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

M9439-25-0032

Job locations

Darlington Memorial Hospital

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

DL3 6HX

Job description

Job responsibilities

To support and assist the Food Production Supervisor and Food Production Manager in the production of a high quality meals at Darlington Memorial Hospital and to ensure that high quality standards are met at all times

Comply with HACCP procedures set within the Catering Department

To follow the policies and procedures laid down by the catering services in the day to day operational management of food production and to ensure a high quality and cost effective service

To ensure that food safety and allergen regulations are adhered to at all times.

Co-operating with other members of the CPU Catering Team to maintain and improve the present high standard of catering service, for staff and visitors and external contracts

To deal effectively and courteously with colleagues, patients and staff throughout the organisation and members of the public and to deal with customer complaints and concerns with a high level of customer service and passing these onto your supervisor to deal with or for information

Initially deal with any complaints / comments regarding the service in a courteous manner from Trust staff or patients.

Work in a safe manner so that no other persons are put at risk whilst completing the required duties.