Ward Based Caterer

A ward based caterer is responsible for working with the ward team to develop and maintain the patient environment. Providing a high quality, courteous and efficient beverage and meal service to meet patient needs.

A ward based caterer works individually on patient wards. They will serve breakfast, lunch, supper and snacks in a very busy, fast paced environment. Duties will also include checking the temperature of food and fridges, recording it prior to service to patients, clean and maintain kitchen areas, cupboards, fixtures and appliances.

A ward based caterer is responsible for:

Replenishing patients’ water jugs three times a day to ensure good hydration
Providing patients with hot and cold beverages throughout the day
Collating patients’ menu choices
Preparing patients’ trays for meal service
Adhering to the red tray system when appropriate
Serving patients meals as designated times
Knowledge of patients dietary needs
Recording food temperatures at ward level
Delivering snacks to appropriate patients
Washing up of all patients’ crockery
Disposing of waste appropriately
Maintain a high standard of hygiene at all times