Catering Assistant

Devon NJC Grade A 2 £12.65 per hr

10.83 hrs per week

Monday to Friday – 11.35 to 13.45

38 weeks - Permanent

TO APPLY YOU MUST COMPLETE AND SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FORM AVAILABLE AT www.acexcellence.co.uk/ace-trust-vacancies

For our Primary School in Shaldon, we are ideally seeking an individual that has previous experience within the catering sector and welcome enthusiastic individuals who are looking to develop within the catering industry. Ace Catering prides itself on freshly prepared, local and seasonal produce and providing nutritious and tasty meals for its pupils.

As a Catering Assistant, the responsibilities are shared within the team and include preparation, cooking, storing, cleaning duties, delivery and presentation in order to support the catering operation and maintain the efficient running of the kitchen. The role includes maintaining high standards and ensuring a clean, hygienic and organised environment.

Duties:

· Basic preparation of food and simple cooking

· Serving meals ensuring correct portion control

· Serving customers in a polite and friendly manner

· Cleaning kitchen, its surrounds and equipment

· General kitchen duties e.g. washing up

· Using the equipment as directed by Kitchen Manager

· Preparation of dining area

· Ensure food hygiene and health and safety regulation are adhered to at all times

· Adhere to existing and new working practices, methods, procedures and respond positively to new and alternative systems

· Taking an active part in any promotions

· Participate in training and development

· Carry out ad hoc duties as directed by Kitchen Manager

Skills:

· Ability to work as part of a team

· Ability to promote a welcoming environment to our customers

· Polite and friendly

· Punctual

· Work well under pressure

· Understanding of food hygiene

· Experience of working with food previously is essential

· Neat and tidy in appearance

· A ‘can do’ attitude, prepared to assist the rest of the team

If you have a passion for the culinary arts, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and have excellent customer service skills, we encourage you to apply for the position of Catering Assistant. Join our team and be a part of creating memorable experiences for our children.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £12.65 per hour

Expected hours: 10.83 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Experience:

• Catering: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person