Job summary
- Main area
- Catering
- Grade
- Band 4
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Working 5 days out of 7 days per week)
- Job ref
- 279-7293521-AUG25
- Employer
- 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Royal Sussex County Hospital
- Town
- Brighton
- Salary
- £27,485 - £30,162 Per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 19/08/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Catering Duty Manager
Band 4
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute Trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to always put our Patient First . In fact our mission is summed up by our ‘where better never stops’ motto and you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
To help always deliver the highest possible standard of patient catering for patients working in accordance with departmental HACCP procedures and current food safety legislation. Manage and deliver effective and efficient services that meet agreed Trust policies and procedures.
To review and plan innovative service solutions in a vibrant and demanding NHS environment – continuously striving to improve our services. To ensure the hospital has a reputation for its high-quality Catering service.
To contribute to the delivery of a quality Catering service to all patients to the hospital by providing professional leadership and direction Assistant Duty Managers, ensuring that the requirements and standards laid down by the Trust are maintained.
The post holder will need to be fully aware of the Trust’s Values & Behaviours initiative and act accordingly.
Main duties of the job
To ensure that catering is managed according to agreed schedules within
designated areas.
Ensure catering and food service areas are cleaned appropriately, checked and signed off by Assistant Duty Managers.
Ensure designated areas are staffed appropriately at all times and wherever possible initial absences must be covered by the Assistant Duty Manager.
Work with the Senior Duty Catering Manager/Food Safety Manager to plan and amend work schedules/staffing levels to meet fluctuating service activity/demands.
Management of staff working rosters and adherence to budgetary constraints
Highlight any perceived need for staff overtime and bank expenditure to the Senior Duty Catering Manager/Food Safety Manager for approval.
Assist the Senior Duty Catering Manager/Food Safety Manager in the recruitment and selection of staff to ensure staff levels meet service requirements.
Manage initial stages of sickness absence, disciplinary and grievance action, in accordance with the relevant HR policies.
Complete appraisals for Catering staff and agree Personal Development Plans. Ensure that the minimum appraisal compliance targets set by the Trust are met by the Catering department.
Promote a safe working environment within Catering, ensuring the safe use and storage of all equipment and materials.
To work and ensure that all Catering staff work in accordance with Food Safety legislation, Health & Safety Guidelines and Trust/Departmental policies and procedures always.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our Wellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Ensure the correct levels of cleaning materials and equipment to enable staff to undertake their duties to a satisfactory standard are ordered and available.
Ensure that all staff are using Chemicals correctly as stipulated by Control of Substances Hazard to Health (COSHH).ensure the correct disposal of domestic, food waste and re-cycling waste as per Trust policy.
Record any defects in cleaning/catering equipment reported by the Assistant Duty Manager and take appropriate action to rectify.
To ensure all staff are wearing the correct uniform and personal protective clothing where necessary and act as a role model in this respect.
Ensure that all work is undertaken in line with food safety, health & safety, security and Trust policies and procedures including infection prevention and control.
To follow up any accidents/incidents reported by the Assistant Duty Managers supporting appropriate investigations and implement preventative action plans.
To report any mechanical defects/building fabric throughout the Ward/Department to the appropriate Trust department.
To attend all training as required.
See Attached Job Description for full details
Person specification
Experience / Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in a Hospital Environment
- Experience working with Patients or vulnerable groups in a Customer Care Environment
- Level 3 in Food Safety Qualification or equivalent
- Knowledge of COSHH
Desirable criteria
- Experience of Cook Freeze / Cook Chill systems
- Level 4 in Food Safety
- Level 2 in HACCP
- Understanding of HACCP, Food Allergens, PLACE and CQC National requiremnts
Skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to follow instructions, carry out procedures, adhere to policies and use equipment correctly and to supervise others
- Prioritise of own and others tasks within the Trust Policies and Procedures, staff performance problems, resolve staff shortages and find solutions
- Ability to lead and motivate adverse team
- Strong organisations, communication, IT and Time Management Skills
- Evidence of having undertaken own development
Desirable criteria
- Basic Knowledge in Substainability practices
- Ability to manage resources effectively
- Proactive and adaptable
Specific Requirements
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control Practices
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Essential criteria
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Keili.visnapuu
- Job title
- Senior Duty Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01273 696955
- Additional information
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