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Volunteer Catering Assistant - HVC 2019

Saint Francis Hospice

We are looking for volunteers who have previous catering experience to help in our Orange Café in Havering-Atte-Bower 

The duties include: -

  • Service of food,
  • Cleaning of premises and equipment
  • Preparation of food items prior to service and preparing cooked meals for individuals on the Ward at Lunch and Supper
  • Taking cash, via the use of cash tills.
  • Wearing the relevant and correct uniform, footwear and minimum jewellery in accordance with food safety legislation.
  • The safe operation of a variety of equipment, e.g. ovens, fryers, mixers, Merrychef, dishwashers etc. in line with safety guidelines
  • The correct use of knives and other cutting equipment as directed through inhouse training and ensure that knives are well maintained and replaced where required.
  • Adhere to and follow all company policies in relation to Health & Safety, systems of work, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) and manual handling.
  • Pot washing and working in the catering stores area are both essential parts of the role. 

What skills do I need?

Skills and Experience:

  • Up to date awareness of Catering Procedures and Food Safety (desirable) 
  • Experience of working in the Catering industry in the last 3 years (desirable)
  • Experience in a healthcare or hospice environment (desirable) 
  • Basic literacy and numeracy skills 
  • Ability to work within a busy and at times stressful environment
  • Ability to promote a professional attitude in all aspects of communication - with customers (people receiving care, visitors etc.)

When do I need to be available?

Morning Afternoon Evening
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Details

Volunteering takes place at Orange Café, Saint Francis Hospice (main site) hours to be agreed between 10.00am and 4.00pm, Mon - Fri

Where does this role take place?

The Hall
Havering Atte Bower
Romford
RM4 1QH

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Register your interest
  • Ideal for people interested in
  • Health and Social Care
  • Ideal for people who like
  • Cooking and Catering
  • Details
  • Age restrictions
    Over 18
  • DBS check required
  • Application Process
  • Informal Discussion
  • Interview
  • References

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