Domestic Assistant

Job overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable person to join our team at Berrywood Hospital, Northampton.  The Post holder will be a part of a multi-disciplined team whose main task is to undertake general Facilities Domestic & Catering duties, removal of waste, communicating with ward and hotel services staff, maintaining strict confidentiality and being focused on maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for our staff, patients and visitors, and preparing, cooking and serving patient meals.

Working  hours: 35 per week,  Monday to Friday 10.30-18.00 with a 30 minute unpaid break each day.  This shift pattern is subject to change,

Main duties of the job

• To provide high-quality hospitality service to wards, departments, clinics and health centres in a way that is conducive to patient care ensuring legislative and operational policies are adhered to.
• To undertake all cleaning tasks by following the cleaning specifications and by using the appropriate equipment and materials.
• To prepare, assemble and cook food items for patient meal services
• The Hospitality Assistant should work closely with other staff to ensure a safe and pleasant environment is provided for patients, staff and visitors.
• Mopping floor & always display “wet floor” warning cones when necessary.
• Regular removal of waste correctly labelled and disposed of correctly in waste bins in designated areas. Ensuring that clinical waste bags are secured with correct tape in accordance with hospital procedures and colour coding.
• To use all chemicals/cleaning agents in a safe and economical manner and in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. To only use chemicals which are supplied by the Trust.
• To use machinery in a correct and safe manner and as per instructions/training and to ensure that all equipment is maintained and stored in a clean, tidy and safe condition.
• Undertake deep clean, clinical clean, admission and infection cleans as required by infection control procedure including removal, laundering, and hanging of curtains. Collect and deliver laundry, stores, food trolleys and associated waste, beds, bedding and furniture.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the ‘About You’ Section of the document.