General Catering Assistant Hinkley Campus

WSH Group; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food service company in the UK is seeking a Food Service Assistant to assist with food preparation and service. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and adhere to health and safety standards. Responsibilities include serving meals, maintaining stock control, and ensuring compliance with food safety guidelines. This full-time position offers generous benefits, including time off, pension contributions, and more. Candidates must hold a Level 2 Food Safety Qualification or be willing to achieve it on appointment.

Benefits

Generous Time Off

Pension Contributions

Life Assurance

Cycle Scheme

Free Food and Drink on Shift

Employee Assistance Programme

Learning Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate positively about Somerset Larder and HPC Contract.
• Customer service experience in a catering environment.
• Genuine commitment to health and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist Chefs and Front of House Manager in food preparation.
• Serve meals and take payments.
• Ensure food is handled per safety standards.
• Participate in ongoing professional development.
• Maintain stock control.

Skills

Customer Care experience

Problem solving skills

Independent working

Ability to use EPOS systems

Can-do approach

Education

Level 2 Food Safety Qualification

Full UK driving licence

Level 2 H & S Qualification

First Aid Certificate

Job description

Job Overview

You will assist the Catering Supervisors and Chef Managers in all aspects of food service including taking payment for food and drinks and cleaning equipment as required.

With an excellent eye for detail and high health and safety standards you will ensure all food is handled in accordance with the standards set by our Food Safety & Quality management system. Alongside this you will be responsible for delivering and maintaining excellent stock control skills and carry out and record any checks required on behalf of the Chef Manager or Catering Supervisor.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Assist Chefs and Front of House Manager in the preparation and cooking of food
• Serve meals snacks & drinks including taking payments.
• Clean all equipment crockery & cutlery as required.
• Support operate and provide service in areas including but not limited to: Serveries Retail Hospitality Functions Coffee Shops.
• Ensure all food is handled in accordance with the standards specified in the Food Safety & Quality Management System
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with the relevant H&S legislation and Codes of Practice.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training that may include off-site and occasionally overnight travel.
• Ensure all raw materials and packaging materials are stored in the correct areas of the site.
• Embrace and actively participate in the Zero Harm culture.

Our Ideal Candidate

Togetherness

• Ability to work as part of a team
• A flexible approach to working hours
• Be supportive of colleagues

Nurture

• Keen to learn on the job
• Hold Food Safety Level 2 (or be able to achieve on appointment)

Pride

• Be honest and trustworthy

Planet

• Hygienic approach and manner
• Committed to zero harm and sustainable practices

Skills, Knowledge & Experience Required

• Customer Care and Customer Service experience preferably in a Catering environment - candidate must have the ability to communicate positively and confidently about Somerset Larder and HPC Contract to our consumers and clients.
• Problem solving skills ability to see the end game and work around particular hurdles placed at short notice.
• Gain insight in to the NNB particular way of working with understanding for the need of enhanced security and vetting procedures.
• Ability to use and understand Cash Cash Handling EPOS and Cashless systems.
• Previous Large Catering experience (Desirable)
• Previous responsibility for stock and cash management control (Desirable)
• Able to work independently
• Have a can-do approach

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and have at least 12 months driving experience and no more than 6 points (Desirable)
• Level 2 Food Safety Qualification (Desirable)
• Level 2 H & S Qualification (Desirable)
• First Aid Certificate (Desirable)

Employee Benefits Menu

• Generous Time Off – 31 days including bank holidays
• Pension Contributions – 5% from you matched with 5% from us
• Life Assurance – peace of mind plan
• Cycle Scheme – eco-friendly start to each day
• Comprehensive Family Leave Benefits – support for life changes
• Free Food and Drink on Shift – daily free meal/drink
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)/Mental Health First Aiders – 24/7 support helpline
• Christmas Shutdown – operation closed between Christmas and New Year (option to volunteer skeleton staffing)
• Learning Development and Apprenticeship Opportunities – growth opportunities
• Access to Occupational Health – Health Partners UK provider
• Refer a Friend Scheme – employee referral programme
• Monthly Recognition – monthly star team member awards
• Long Service Awards – milestone celebrations at 5- and 10-year anniversaries
• Annual Team Awards – annual awards event

Pre-Employment Screening

Successful applicants will be required to provide a three-year employment history and five-year address history to work on Hinkley Point C. They must be able to provide in date photographic ID and their right to work in the UK so that security clearance can be obtained as these roles are based on a nuclear regulated site.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time

Key Skills

Abinitio, Corporate Banking, Logistics & Procurement, Consumer Durables, FX, Instrument Maintenance

Experience

years

Vacancy

1