Food Porter – CTC Job Tenwek Hospital
Job Summary:
- The role-holder maintains kitchen cleanliness, assists with food preparation and meal delivery, and adheres to health and safety regulations.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen environment by washing and sanitizing dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and surfaces.
- Dispose of kitchen waste, recycling, and garbage according to established procedures.
- Report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to the kitchen supervisor.
- Assist kitchen staff with food preparation tasks as needed.
- Deliver meals to patients in various wards, ensuring accuracy of regular and special diets.
- Serve food and beverages during official hospital functions.
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including food safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Maintain high standards of personal hygiene and wear appropriate uniforms and protective gear.
- Ensure food trolleys are stocked with necessary utensils for patient meals, accommodating newly admitted patients.
- Collect and return serving utensils from wards and conference rooms, ensuring they are properly cleaned and stored.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Food Service, Head Cook, or Senior Catering Officer.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Cook or Senior Catering Officer.
Minimum Requirements
- Diploma in Food and beverage production, sales and service management from a recognised institution.
- Minimum of 1 year working experience in a similar role within a healthcare environment.
Skills & Competencies:
- Familiarity with food standards and best practices particularly in the health sector.
- Basic record-keeping skills (written records).
- Proficiency in spoken English/Kiswahili required.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision but also to collaborate with other team members when required.
- Valid certificate of good conduct
- Commitment to upholding Christian values and maintaining confidentiality
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
How To Apply
Submit your detailed resume, a cover letter and a *statement of faith outlining your qualifications and why you believe you are the ideal candidate for this role.
Addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer
AGC Tenwek Hospital
P.O. Box 39-20400, BOMET
Please send your resume and cover letter to recruit@tenwekhosp.org by 14th October 2024.
Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.