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Job description

Antrim Area Hospital is currently recruiting multiple Catering Assistants to join the Catering Department, with immediate starts available multiple roles available Monday to Sunday, Full time and Part time. They’re looking for several people to cover both morning and evening shifts, so there are plenty of opportunities available.

Responsibilities

• To be responsible for the general cleaning duties in the kitchen, dining room and associated areas including vending machines.
• To assist with food service and plate food to clients and staff and to replenish food supplies as necessary.
• To assist in the preparation of vegetables, fruits, salads and beverages in accordance with departmental food safety procedures.
• To ensure the correct food safety procedures are followed with regard to receipt, storage, regeneration and temperature control of all meals (including cook/freeze or cook/chill).
• To ensure a high standard of personal hygiene and hygienic catering practices are maintained at all times in accordance with the Food Hygiene (General) Regulations (NI) 1996.
• Removal of waste from allocated areas.
• Observe safe working methods in relation to equipment, cleaning materials and report defective items as necessary.
• Adhere to all safety regulations appropriate to the area of work including Food Safety and Health & Safety Regulations.
• Undertaking any training courses including in-house and off the job training as deemed necessary to the post.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade, as assigned from time to time, to ensure the smooth running of the Department.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• Catering experience preferred.