Catering Service Assistant - Customer-Facing Food Prep

Durham University

North East

On-site

GBP 1,852,872

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

Durham University is seeking a Casual Food Service Assistant in the North East of England. The role involves providing face-to-face customer service, operating within catering policies, and complying with food hygiene standards. Candidates are expected to perform basic cleaning, dishwashing, and replenish food as necessary. The position is casual with no guaranteed hours, paying £13.45 per hour, and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. The university promotes inclusivity and readiness to make adjustments for candidates with disabilities.

Qualifications

  • Experience in face-to-face customer service is desirable.
  • Understanding of food hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

  • Provide face-to-face customer service.
  • Operate within catering policy and procedure.
  • Comply with food hygiene requirements.
  • Perform basic cleaning duties.
  • Dishwashing tasks as required.
  • Replenish servery food where appropriate.

Job description

Durham University is seeking a Casual Food Service Assistant in the North East of England. The role involves providing face-to-face customer service, operating within catering policies, and complying with food hygiene standards. Candidates are expected to perform basic cleaning, dishwashing, and replenish food as necessary. The position is casual with no guaranteed hours, paying £13.45 per hour, and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. The university promotes inclusivity and readiness to make adjustments for candidates with disabilities.
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