Catering Assistant

Education Partnership North East; Hartlepool; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Catering Assistant to join its vibrant team. This role involves preparing and serving a variety of meals, maintaining hygiene standards, and providing excellent customer service to students and staff. With a commitment to employee wellbeing and professional development, this institution offers generous holiday allowances, flexible working options, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about food service and enjoy working in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Flexible working options

Pension Scheme

Retail discounts

Dental and eye care plans

Wellbeing support

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience in catering and cash handling is advantageous.
• Good customer service skills and ability to work flexibly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve hot and cold food to staff and students.
• Maintain hygiene standards and clean kitchen equipment.
• Assist with food orders and internal hospitality events.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Customer Service

Flexibility

Cash Handling

Education

Level 1/2 Food Safety

Basic Allergen Awareness Certificate

Food Handling and Preparation

Tools

EPOS Till Knowledge

Job description

Hartlepool Sixth Form is the top performing Sixth Form college in the North East for student achievement, with 100% pass rate for over 30 courses and 98% of our student progressing to either College or employment.

Here in Hartlepool, we have been delivering highly successful courses for more than 50 years as the only dedicated sixth form college in the area. Situated on the outskirts of the town centre, we have excellent facilities for both academic and vocational study with excellent sports facilities, fully equipped science labs, and have recently invested in a new digital academy and a health simulation ward.

Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which we were graded as being Outstanding across all areas -Ofsted-Report-Outstanding

About the Candidate

We are looking for staff that are flexible, have a cheerful and friendly disposition, be of smart appearance, have good verbal communication skills and the ability to work without direct supervision.

About the Role

Previous experience of working in a catering / Café environment and cash handling experience would be an advantage. Experience of dealing with the public and good customer service skills are essential. Candidates should be willing to work flexibly, to work at other campuses when necessary and undertake any training as required

Role Responsibilities

• To work as Catering Assistant preparing and serving a range of hot and cold food to staff and students
• Clean equipment and prepare surfaces within kitchens or food outlet.
• Maintain equipment in a safe and hygienic condition.
• Assist with the preparation of orders, receipt of orders and safe storage after delivery.
• Assist with clearing away and washing of crockery and utensils in the kitchens.
• Assist with Buffets for internal hospitalities.

Qualifications

• Level 1/2 Food Safety.
• Basic allergen awareness certificate
• Food handling and preparation
• Cash handling and EPOS till Knowledge
• Worked in an education catering setting

What’s in it for you?

Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritizes your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.

• Enjoy a generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year, plus public holidays).
• Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
• LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 23.68%)
• Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
• We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
• Extensive wellbeing support through a dedicated Wellbeing Adviser, and a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
• Free parking on most campuses.

As an employer, we prioritize cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.

Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.

We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Please contact Darren Lawton [e-mail] should you wish to have an informal chat about the role.

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