Job overview

The Storekeeper is responsible for the ordering, receipt, issue and safe custody of stores. This includes maintaining accurate records and completion of associated HACCP Food Safety documentation.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will be required to place orders to predetermined stock levels using various systems, and when required liaise with suppliers on sourcing of products and pricing.  Receive deliveries and make the necessary checks in accordance with the Initial Check Document Procedure.
• Issue stock to the Main Kitchen, and Wards/departments ensuring that requisitions are documented and accounted for.
• Responsible for complying with good hygiene and health & safety practices within the department in accordance with standing operating procedures and current Food Safety and Health & Safety Legislation.
• Assist the Catering Management in carrying out stock takes as and when required 
• To monitor and record all temperatures for the departments HACCP Food Safety Management System.
• To follow the rejection procedure for any non-conformance goods.
• To ensure all goods are correctly rotated using the system of First In First out [FIFO] according to “Use by” or “Best before” dates. 
• Work in accordance with duty rota’s and work schedules
• Work in accordance with Trust’s Policies and procedures including COSHH, Fire Safety and Manual Handling.
• To attend Food Safety Training to include induction, CIEH Level 2 Award in Food Safety and Catering, Annual Food Hygiene Refresher Training, Trust Statutory Training and any other mandatory training as and when required.
• Report all accidents/incidents and near misses and compete relevant documentation.

Working for our organisation

Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment

We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team —  clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.

We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising  individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.

Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a  meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.

By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.