catering assistant

Landau Forte College Derby; Long Eaton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Landau Forte College Derby is seeking a Catering Assistant to assist with meal preparation, serving and maintaining high hygiene standards in the school dining facilities. You will work as part of a team, support buffets as required, and help ensure safety and cleanliness across kitchen and dining areas.

The role includes washing up, operating equipment safely, and adhering to policies on health, safety, child protection and data protection.

Qualifications

• Trained or experienced in catering roles.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation.
• Personable with a friendly disposition.
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team.
• Flexible approach to work.
• Demonstrate understanding of maintaining a safe and hygienic working environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, set up and serve meals in line with food hygiene regulations.
• Wash up and cleaning duties in kitchen and dining areas; maintain high cleanliness standards.
• Safely operate kitchen equipment at all times.
• Report equipment issues or accidents to the Catering Manager.
• Assist in safeguarding and welfare policies relating to children and young people.
• Attend relevant meetings and participate in training as required.

Skills

Catering experience

Teamwork

Time management

Customer service

Flexibility

Hygiene awareness

Job description

Duties for this job will include (but are not limited to): Assist with the preparation, setting up and serving of meals in line with food hygiene regulation Ensure compliance with food hygiene and COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) regulations at all times Provide customer focussed service, which is courteous and responsive and meets the needs of the customers at all times To undertake washing up and cleaning duties in the kitchen To safely operate kitchen equipment at all time To report and identify repair of kitchen equipment immediately on detention to the Catering Manager To report and accidents and incidents to the Catering Manager To assist in the security of the catering area at all time To maintain high standards of cleanliness, personal hygiene and appearance Undertake such duties as may be considered appropriate by the Catering Manager in line with the needs of the service

• Preparation of food and beverages.
• To work as part a team, including assistance at buffets as required.
• Washing up.
• Cleaning duties including kitchen, dining areas, furniture and equipment when required.
• Maintain safe and hygienic working practices at all times.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young persons you are responsible for or come into contact with.
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.
• Be aware of, support and ensure equal opportunities for all.
• Contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.
• Appreciate and support the role of other professionals.
• Attend and participate in relevant meetings as required.
• Participate in training and other learning activities and performance development as required.
• Assist with pupil needs as appropriate during the working hours.
• Any other appropriate duties and responsibilities relevant to the post as directed by the Catering Manager.

• Excellent at managing their own time and priorities.
• Personable with a friendly disposition.
• Ability to work constructively as part of a team.
• Willing to lend a hand but make sure the job is done well.
• Ability to relate well to children and to adults.
• Have a flexible approach to work.
• Trained or experienced in catering roles.
• Demonstrate the understanding and ability to maintain a safe and hygienic working environment.
• Maintenance of a clean and hygienic appearance.

Derby is a vibrant and exciting city, located right in the heart of the UK. The city has a developed arts and culture scene and the area has a great Geography. The College is located just a few minutes' walk away from Derby city centre.

The Trust will conduct all necessary searches and checks as relevant and in line with Government Safer Recruitment guidelines, our Safer Recruitment policy can be found on our website at www.lfct.org.uk All appointments made are subject to satisfactory references and a criminal background check. Landau Forte Charitable Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check is required for this post.