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Job summary

Main area
Catering
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 5
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (per week)
Job ref
193-6888124COR
Employer
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Town
Reading
Salary
£29,970 - £36,483 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
12/01/2025 23:59
Interview date
16/01/2025

Employer heading

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust logo

Operational Catering Manager - Patient Services Manager

NHS AfC: Band 5

Royal Berkshire Hospital are pleased to announce that following our CQC inspection we have been rated ‘Good’ with inspectors reporting that we have made significant improvements.  The Trust’s overall rating has also improved to ‘good’.  This is a great opportunity to join our clinical or non-clinical teams to create a positive and motivating environment within our trust.  Come and join our team in this exciting time of change as we pride ourselves, our staff and our services on excellence.

At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust we put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision which is “Working together to provide outstanding care for our community.”

We are Compassionate in our thoughts, words and actions

We are Aspirational and have a true desire to be dynamic and to innovate

We are Resourceful and responsible in the way we work and live

We are Excellent in our development, fairness and sharing best practice

Amazing things happen at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; delivered by amazing people so why don’t you come and join us.  We offer a range of learning and development for all employees may you be clinical or non-clinical.  

 

Diversity is what makes us interesting… Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Job overview

Band 5 Operational Catering Manager - Patient Services Manager

We are looking for a Patient Services Manager to oversee the Patient Meal Service as well as supporting the other managers and the Restaurant when required.

Candidates must have strong leadership qualities with a passion for food and commitment to put customers and patients first.

Strong IT skills are essential for this role.

A positive can-do attitude is a must, with excellent problem solving skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

Patient and customer care experience is essential.

Ability to liaise with ward sisters / wards / dieticians / SALT & departments whilst always putting the patient first.

In return we offer a competitive salary and benefits.

Whilst this is a seven day a week operation' primarily the role is daytime Monday to Friday.

Main duties of the job

Main duties are to oversee the smooth and efficient day to day management of the Patient Services in the delivery of approximately 1600 meals a day and support the office administration team when required.

To assist and deputise when required. Including Staff Services Manager.

Together with the rest of the management team ensure smooth, efficient and safe running of the catering function, stores and all its services to the highest standard. Whilst maintaining all food safety policies and procedures, accurate record keeping and adherence to health, safety and quality control measures.

Ability to market the restaurant in line with high street trends and promote and drive new initiatives to generate revenue targets.

To assist Senior Managers in projects / reporting / price reviews / audit returns / legislation updates and training.

Working for our organisation

Reading sits on the river Thames and is served by great road and rail links to London, Oxford and Southampton. With excellent leisure and shopping facilities, and a thriving cultural scene, Reading is a wonderful place to live, work and play and provides excellent facilities for families, including some of the best state and private schools in the UK.

The CQC recently rated the care provided by the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust as Good.

Our "CARE" values: Compassionate, Aspirational, Resourceful, Excellent, reflect the type of Trust we aspire to be and you can join our dedicated and talented staff to make this happen.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role.

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Management experience
Desirable criteria
  • Previous catering experience

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Hold food safety Level 2
Desirable criteria
  • Food safety Level 3 or 4

Employer certification / accreditation badges

NHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyArmed Forces Covenant (Silver Award)Care quality commission - GoodMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Stonewall equality policy. Equality and justice for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and trans people.National Preceptorship for Nursing Quality Mark 2024

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Jason Wigg
Job title
Deputy Trust Catering Manager
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01183381579
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