Job Introduction

This job puts good food on the table.

Ellens Glen House is a 60-bed community hospital set in a beautiful grounds with free car parking and easy access for public transport.

As a Catering/Laundry Assistant at Sodexo in Ellens Glen House 72 Cranbree Avenue Edinburgh EH16 6FF, you will ensure the organisation provides Patients, Staff and Visitors with a high quality person-centred and safe catering service. Assisting with the preparation of food and contributing to the operation and cleanliness of kitchens, dining rooms, serveries and all associated equipment whilst supporting the production, portioning, distribution and service of the meals and snacks. 

The Catering/Laundry Assistant duties are defined by the cleaning specification and the allocated work schedule. Typically, the duties of a catering assistant will involve activities within one or more areas that can be completed within the timescale of the allocated shift pattern. Works as part of a multi-disciplinary team, delivering a high standard of catering services to Patients, Staff and Visitors and delivering a high standard of sewing, linen and laundry service in areas of high activity. 

You belong in a team where you can act with purpose and thrive in your own way. 

What you’ll do: 

Arrive on time with a clean Sodexo uniform and clock in. Maintain a clean, ironed, and tidy uniform while on duty. Adhere to high standards of personal hygiene in line with company policy and the Food Safety Act. Deliver high-quality, professional service to patients, staff, and visitors. Clean crockery, cutlery, utensils, containers, and small equipment manually and using machine washers. Clean floors, work surfaces, furnishings, and related equipment manually or with machines. Prepare and present sandwiches for service to patients, staff, and visitors. Assist chefs with basic food preparation. Prepare tea runs and deliver to wards and departments. Clean and prepare ward food trolleys for meal service. Deliver food to wards when required. Comply with food hygiene regulations, ensuring equipment is cleaned and departments remain clean. Adhere to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP) and complete necessary paperwork. Follow Health and Safety, manual handling, fire safety, and infection control regulations. Report faulty equipment, maintenance issues, and PPE requests to supervisors. Ensure building security, including locking doors and securing windows. Demonstrate duties to relief staff when covering duties. Store goods correctly and rotate stock. Participate in Performance and Development Reviews. Maintain confidentiality at all times. Support company values of quality, teamwork, care, compassion, dignity, respect, openness, honesty, and responsibility. Ensure all spillages are promptly cleaned up and warning signs are displayed.

Sewing:

Alter and repair staff uniforms to agreed standards. Mark patient clothing and flat goods. Repair curtains when necessary.

Linen:

Ensure linen stores are maintained at the correct quantities. Monitor linen stock levels and report any discrepancies. Clean and maintain exchange trolleys. Keep linen room clean and tidy and complete relevant paperwork.

What you bring: 

Good communication and interpersonal skills Good customer care skills Basic literacy and numeracy Knowledge gained through corporate and local induction Completion of internal training programme Training for cash handling Manual Handling and Fire Awareness training Attainment of Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate within 6 months (one-day course) Working knowledge of procedures and equipment relevant to the role Ability to operate mechanical and electrical machinery safely and effectively Knowledge of Health & Safety Policies and work procedures Knowledge of Infection Control Policy, Guidelines, and Procedures

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support. Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement. Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services. The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card. Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform. Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan A Death-in-Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools. Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit. Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities. Flexible and dynamic work environment  Competitive compensation  Full training and full protective uniform supplied. 

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today! Career progression for the caring profession.

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advertisement early if we are in receipt of a high volume of applications.

Package Description

Healthy outcomes start with positive patient experiences.

26.64 hours per week Monday-Tuesday 7:35am-2:30pm, Wednesday-Thursday 07:00am -2:30pm  £12.78 per hour

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About the Company

About Sodexo 

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services. 

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

odexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

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