Part Time Registered Dietitian

Up to £17,000 for 3 days (24 hours) per week.

We're currently recruiting a dedicated Dietician to help ensure the smooth running of the operations in Healthcare on a part time basis, contracted to 24 hours per week.

As a Dietician, you will use your skills to maintain a high standard of quality work. In return, you will have the chance to progress your career with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go beyond the plate.

After undertaking a comprehensive induction and training program the following will be undertaken by the successful applicant. He or she will be fully supported by the Patient Catering team and the Central Dietitians to undertake the following

Key Responsibilities:

• Please note giving therapeutic dietary advice to patients will not form part of the post holder’s responsibilities. Any requests for dietary information should be referred to the appropriate Trust Dietitian
• Supervising and monitoring the diet kitchen protocols and production (ensuring agreed policies and procedures are being adhered to). Refer concerns upwards to the Patient Catering Manager and/or Central Dietitians
• Ensure accurate and timely distribution of additional snacks from the diet kitchen
• In conjunction with the Patient Catering team, ensure that therapeutic menus are distributed to patients in a timely fashion, ensuring that all record keeping is kept up-to-date and confidentiality policies are adhered to at all times
• Support the Patient Catering team in the development and implementation of new catering and special diets policies and procedures where required
• Work with the Patient Catering team and Stores team to ensure that the special diet products required are made available for patients. Work with the relevant stakeholders to ensure robust systems are in place if special diet products are not available and substitutions need to be made
• Work with the Stores team, Kitchen Manager and Diet Chef to ensure that the twice-annual nursery menu is implemented correctly and on time
• Liaise with the Nursery Manager to ensure that any new referrals for nursery children on special diets are accounted for (special diet nursery meals are produced by the diet kitchen)
• Support the Central Dietitians with liaising with key KCH stakeholders and organising menu tastings and menu review meetings for the Companies main bi-annual menu changes
• Update all ward materials and dietetic resource drives twice-annually when the main patient menu changes happen
• Communicate and feedback to the relevant stakeholders any issues relating to the catering service, and work with them to action plan changes where required
• Support projects related to the provision of the catering service, as appropriate, alongside the relevant stakeholders
• Communicate relevant issues, where appropriate, with the Trust Dietitian(s) and liaise closely with the Trust’s Dietitians on all catering/dietetic issues

• Deliver special diet and nutrition training sessions to front line catering teams, diet chefs, pick and pack teams etc. when required
• Understanding their own training needs and working with the Patient Catering team and the Central Dietitians to ensure these ongoing needs are met by undertaking some continuous professional development

• Review and audit delivery systems for special diet meals and snacks and recommend improvements where appropriate
• Visit patients on the wards to gather feedback on food quality and overall adequacy of patient meals including therapeutic diets and snacks. Produce reports and recommend changes where appropriate
• Participate in audits and initiatives where appropriate including PLACE and those pertaining to Hospital Food Standards
• Review and audit food waste

• With direction from the Central Dietitians, support the implementation of Compass healthy eating directives for staff and visitor catering
• Organise the relevant educational materials, displays and theme days in the staff catering facilities for both national and local events
• Ensure regular and appropriate restaurant customer involvement via questionnaire, structured interviews etc.

• Participate in the staff Performance Review scheme as an appraisee and be responsible for complying with your agreed personal development programmes to meet required knowledge and competency goals
• Link to the main Nutrition and Dietetic department, building positive relationships and supporting their needs. For example, participating in meetings and workstreams and taking part in training and learning activities where deemed appropriate such as conducting catering inductions with new Trust Dietitians
• To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities, and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development and satisfies the requirements of the British Dietetic Association

• To keep statistics and written records of all patient contacts in accordance with Trust and departmental standards for record keeping
• To comply with professional codes of practice, professional guidelines, and departmental policies
• To carry out good office practice in accordance with policies and procedures
• To maintain strict confidentiality of patients records in accordance with Trust policy, the Health Care Professions Council Code of Practice and the Data Protection act 1984
• To understand the Equal Opportunities policy and provide a fair and non-biased service
• To understand the Health & Safety policy and be aware of personal responsibilities

• To undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade as requested by your line manager

Part Time Registered Dietitian:

• Up to £17,000 for 3 days (24 hours) per week. Please note we can also offer full time employment by supplementing the required dietetic work with 2 days operational management experience working within our retail restaurant to facilitate additional foodservice and junior management experience.
• Compass exclusive offers on Perks at Work
• Access to a wide range of programs to train and develop you
• Pension contribution

Are you a talented and experienced Dietitian keen to secure a new role as a subject matter expert? If this is you, we have the ideal role for you!

At Compass we believe a successful career starts with passion, creativity and positivity. As one big family, our people are proud of what we do, we offer career opportunities and working across many sectors.

We ensure you're rewarded for all your hard work, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

• To help with the cost of living crisis throughout this winter, Compass will be providing a free meal or equivalent Subsidy while working
• All team members eligible are entitled to a 50% discount at their place of work. Team members are able to take advantage of this discount at the following retail brands operated by Compass Group: Costa, Deli Marche, Amigo and Baguette Co, to name a few.
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Regular emails filled with the best discounts and savings available
• Receive Wow Points every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families
• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes

Part of Compass Group UK&I, Medirest is the specialist healthcare operating company of Compass Group UK & Ireland, providing a full range of hotel services, including staff, patient and visitor catering, domestics, portering, security and reception, at over 130 NHS Trusts and private hospitals.

Job Reference: com/3101/75478001/52544515/MEDWJ

Compass Group UK&I is an equal opportunities employer, committed to cultivating diverse and inclusive environments for every employee.