Title:  Catering Storeman

Job Description

We are seeking a reliable, organised, and proactive Catering Storeman to join our Workplace team at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for managing stock, receiving and distributing deliveries, maintaining accurate inventory records, and ensuring ward supplies and kitchen operations run smoothly. Working closely with the catering, domestic services, and management teams, you will play a vital role in supporting patient dining services and maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and efficiency. If you have experience in stores, warehousing, or inventory management, strong organisational skills, and a positive team-focused attitude, we would love to hear from you.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all employees and workers to share this commitment. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including references and an [enhanced] DBS check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

What's in it for you:

• 37.5 hours per week  

• Weekdays and weekends
• Hours between 7am and 3pm

• £14.80/ hour  

• Full training provided 

• Free parking and free parking

• You will have access to PerkBox - which includes 100's of discounts, including savings on your weekly supermarket shop and weekend treats. 

• You will also be joining a talented team, with fabulous career prospects and could lead to all sorts of opportunities – we LOVE to promote from within. 

• As we are passionate about developing our people from within, great training is provided. We also offer apprenticeship schemes, so that your learning journey can continue. 

Job Responsibilities

• Manage Goods Receiving and Stock Control
  Receive, inspect, and record deliveries, ensuring products meet order specifications, quality standards, and temperature requirements, reporting any discrepancies or damage promptly.
• Maintain Accurate Inventory Records
  Monitor stock levels, conduct regular stock takes, and follow FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures to ensure effective stock rotation and minimise waste.
• Coordinate Ward and Catering Supplies
  Download and process orders from DISH and SAFFRON systems, ensuring timely distribution of food, beverages, and ward supplies to designated areas.
• Maintain Safe and Organised Storage Areas
  Keep storerooms clean, secure, and well-organised, ensuring all stock is stored correctly and in compliance with food safety and health and safety standards.
• Complete Documentation and Compliance Tasks
  Maintain accurate records of stock movements, delivery notes, temperature checks, and inventory logs, ensuring full traceability and accountability.
• Support Wider Catering Operations
  Provide assistance across catering services, including Reed's Café and kitchen areas, while demonstrating flexibility, teamwork, and excellent time management to meet operational needs.

Key Requirements:

• Previous Stores or Warehouse Experience
  Experience in a stores, warehouse, logistics, catering stores, or stock control role, with an understanding of inventory management processes.
• Strong Organisational Skills
  Ability to manage stock effectively, maintain accurate records, prioritise workloads, and ensure timely completion of tasks.
• Physical Fitness and Manual Handling Ability
  Capable of lifting, moving, and transporting stock safely, and carrying out physically demanding duties throughout the working day.
• IT and Systems Knowledge
  Competent in using inventory management systems and basic computer applications, including stock control, ordering, and record-keeping software.
• Excellent Communication and Teamwork Skills
  Able to work collaboratively with catering, domestic services, ward teams, and management, while communicating clearly and professionally.
• Flexible, Positive, and Customer-Focused Approach
  A proactive attitude, willingness to support different areas of the catering operation, and commitment to delivering high-quality service to meet patient needs.

About Aramark

If you are applying for this role and you already work for Aramark, you must notify your line manager before submitting your application. 

At Aramark UK, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. As a proud Disability Confident employer, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all abilities and are dedicated to supporting employees with disabilities throughout their career journey.  
   

We ensure our recruitment process is accessible, and reasonable adjustments are available at every stage, from application to interview and employment. If you require any accommodations or have any questions, please reach out to our recruitment team – careers@aramark.co.uk  

Join us in fostering a workplace where everyone can achieve their full potential.