Catering/Domestic Assistant - AM

Join Our Team as a Hostess/Domestic Assistant!

Are you passionate about providing exceptional service in a healthcare environment? Do you take pride in maintaining cleanliness and ensuring patient satisfaction? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

Position: Hostess/Domestic
Location: Great Western Hospital, Swindon
Contract Type: Temporary (temp to perm opportunities)
Salary: 12.21 per hour
Working Hours: 30 hours per week
Shift Patterns Available: 07:00 - 13:30 (4 on 4 off)

As a Hostess/Domestic, you will play a crucial role in delivering high standards of cleanliness and food service in patient areas. Your dedication will directly contribute to infection prevention and enhance patient wellbeing. This dynamic position combines the responsibilities of maintaining hygienic environments and serving delicious meals to patients, all while adhering to dietary requirements and Trust protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Food Service:

• Prepare and distribute patient meals, snacks, and hot/cold beverages with care and attention.
• Collaborate with ward staff to ensure patient dietary needs, allergies, and preferences are prioritised.
• Adhere to safe food handling and storage practises in line with HACCP and infection control policies.
• Record food temperatures and fridge logs meticulously as per policy.

Cleaning & Environmental Hygiene:

• Clean patient areas, including bed spaces, bathrooms, kitchens, and communal areas to NHS cleaning standards.
• Execute daily and deep cleaning tasks according to the Domestic Cleaning Schedule.
• utilise appropriate cleaning chemicals and equipment safely, following COSHH regulations.
• Report maintenance issues or hazards promptly to ensure a safe environment.

Infection Prevention & Control:

• Follow hand hygiene, PPE, and cross-contamination procedures diligently.
• Respond swiftly to cleaning requests related to spills, bodily fluids, or isolation areas.
• Support outbreak control procedures when required, ensuring a safe space for all.

What We Offer:

• A friendly and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge in a healthcare setting.
• The chance to make a real difference in patients' lives every day!

If you're ready to take on this rewarding role and contribute to a vital service in the healthcare sector, we want to hear from you! Apply now and join us in delivering outstanding care and support to our patients.

To Apply: Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for this role.

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to join a dedicated team making a difference in healthcare! Apply today!

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