Catering Supervisor – Healthcare Full Time

We are recruiting for an experienced hospital Catering supervisor for a hospital in the Midlands.

Requirements:

• Supervising the work of catering staff in the kitchen, dining areas, and potentially other service points.
• Managing staff schedules, attendance, and performance, including training and development.
• Fostering a positive work environment and maintaining good working relationships with all staff.
• Ensuring the smooth and efficient running of all catering services, including meal preparation and service for patients and staff.
• Managing the day-to-day operations of the staff restaurant and maintaining high service standards.
• Monitoring and controlling costs related to food, equipment, and resources.
• Ensuring food is prepared and served to meet nutritional guidelines and patient dietary needs.
• Monitoring and maintaining hygiene standards, including HACCP(Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) and infection control policies. 
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation, hospital policies, and procedures.
• Participating in quality assurance programs and audits.
• Communicating effectively with nursing staff to ensure patients receive the correct meals.
• Responding to patient and customer feedback and complaints.
• Liaising with other departments, such as finance, supplies, and dietetics, to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Managing purchasing documentation and ensuring accurate invoicing and credit notes for deliveries.
• Monitoring food safety management systems and maintaining relevant records.
• Participating in the development and implementation of computer information systems.
• Ensuring health and safety is given high priority in all catering operations.
• Ensuring staff are trained in health and safety procedures, including fire safety, and are provided with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Investigating accidents and incidents, and implementing corrective and preventative actions.

 Required:

• Previous experience in Healthcare, Hospitality or Contract catering in a supervisory role
• A passion for Food and Patent care
• Hold the Bachelors of Arts. NFQ Level 7 in Hospitality Management awarded by an approved educational institute
• Flexibility

We Offer:

• Daytime hours – 5 over 7 days
• every second weekend off
• Salary scale – yearly increase

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