General Assistant

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Birmingham is seeking a General Assistant for a permanent position at Elms Farm Community Primary School. The role involves preparing meals, ensuring cleanliness in the kitchen, and delivering excellent customer service. Ideal candidates will possess strong people skills, a passion for food, and Food Safety Level 2 certification.

Qualifications

• Good people skills and passion for food.
• Experience in a similar environment is desirable.
• Food Safety Level 2 required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and cooking of meals for pupils.
• Help keep the kitchen clean and tidy.
• Assist with setting up the dining room.

Skills

Good people skills

Passion for food and customer service

Great team player

Good verbal and written communication skills

Food Safety Level 2

Job description

General Assistant

Permanent

Grade 1 - £23,656 - £24,027 pro rata

We are a Living Wage Employer, and all our roles will be paid as such where the pay scales are below the Living Wage rate.

Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Working 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 10:30 am to 1:30 pm

Location: Elms Farm Community Primary School, B33 0PJ

Cityserve is the Birmingham City Council multi-award-winning catering service for school meals, providing fresh and nutritious food for school kitchens across the UK. Healthy eating is a continuous theme throughout all our menus, and we are committed to the wellbeing of pupils. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a busy environment, delivering excellent customer service, and supporting team members.

The Role

As a General Assistant, your responsibilities will include:

1. Assist in the preparation and cooking of meals for pupils
2. Assist with all aspects of the service
3. Help keep the kitchen clean and tidy, including washing up, sweeping, and mopping
4. Assist with setting up the dining room and arranging furniture
5. Attend training sessions, both classroom-based and online
6. Be aware of pupils' dietary and allergen requirements

You will work collaboratively with managers and supervisors to ensure the first-class delivery of food in school kitchens, both during and outside of performance times.

Key Requirements

Essential:

• Good people skills
• Passion for food and customer service
• Great team player
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Food Safety Level 2

Desirable Skills & Experience:

• Experience in a similar environment
• High standards and quality-driven
• A ‘can do’ attitude

Please upload an up-to-date CV and Personal Statement via the attachments section of your application. The Personal Statement should outline how you meet the essential criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills, and experience, and include your motivation for applying. The Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words. Applications without a CV and Personal Statement will not be considered.

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer and is committed to employing, retaining, and developing all our staff.

We aim to make your recruitment experience positive and equitable. Please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments, additional support, or have accessibility needs to assist with your application.

Applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be prioritized and reviewed before external applications.

For informal inquiries, please contact Veronica Walsh via email at [e-mail].

We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities. Flexible working options will be considered.

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be conducted.

Proof of right to work in the UK is required in accordance with UK Home Office requirements before employment can be confirmed.

Job Description and Person Specification

Note: We aim to advertise all roles for at least two weeks. Due to high application volumes, vacancies may close earlier than the deadline. We encourage you to apply promptly to ensure consideration.