Catering Assistant - Aut Even Hospital
Location: Aut Even Hospital
Job type: Permanent
Overview
UPMC is hiring a Catering Assistant to deliver efficient and timely service to all patients while maintaining high quality standards and adhering to infection control protocols, HACCP regulations, and HA standards.
Responsibilities
Tray setting, cleaning trays and contents.
Take patient meal orders with a focus on dietary requirements.
Serve meals and communicate with nursing staff regarding patient dietary needs.
Clean equipment and associated work areas according to cleaning schedules and recommended detergents.
Work closely with the Catering Supervisor, Ward Managers, Hospital Dietician, and other staff to meet nutritional and dietary requirements.
Cover leave in the hospital canteen/coffee dock as required.
Maintain housekeeping and HACCP standards, including cleaning equipment and work areas.
Adhere to hospital procedures, dress code, and personal hygiene standards.
Observe temperature of all food and refrigeration units as per HACCP standards.
Attend mandatory HACCP training and other education sessions.
Assist in reviewing policies, procedures and guidelines.
Support and participate in lean initiatives to reduce waste and improve processes.
Participate in quality and safety activities, including audits and performance indicator development.
Follow health and safety protocols, report hazards, and attend annual safety training.
Qualifications & Experience
Educated to Leaving Cert or equivalent.
Up-to-date HACCP training.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
Self-disciplined with strong time-management skills.
Commitment to high quality customer service and continuous improvement.
Previous work experience – desirable.
Equal Opportunity Statement
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits
Competitive base pay with performance-related and premium pay.
Fully paid maternity and paternity leave.
Competitive pension plan and critical illness coverage up to age 66.
Additional benefits as part of our total rewards program.
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