General Catering Assistant - St Peters

Totally Local Company; Stockport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A General Catering Assistant is needed at St Peters. Join the team to assist with food preparation, meal service, and kitchen cleanliness. No experience is necessary; a positive attitude and high standards are valued. Enjoy benefits like training opportunities and cycle scheme discounts.

Benefits

Annual leave and public holiday entitlement

Access to lifestyle benefits website

Cycle to Work Scheme

6.5% employer contribution to NEST Pension Scheme

Life assurance of twice your salary

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy kitchen environment is desirable but not essential.
• Creativity and presentation skills are desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with food preparation.
• Serving meals and clearing used crockery and cutlery.
• Cleaning kitchen and dining areas.

Skills

Basic food preparation and service skills

Knowledge of health and safety procedures

Understanding of food safety management systems

Education

Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate

Job description

General Catering Assistant - St Peters

Reference: OP3569

No. of Vacancies: 1

Location: St Peters

Salary: £11.59 per hour

Hours: 10 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 11:30 - 13:30

Working Weeks: 39.2 weeks per year plus holiday entitlement, pro-rated over 12 months

DBS: All school-based roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education 2023". DBS results will be considered and risk assessed in partnership with the relevant school safeguarding lead.

Join our School Meals Team at St Peters! We are seeking a dedicated individual to ensure the school kitchen runs smoothly during lunch hours. No experience necessary; a positive attitude and high standards are what we value most. Application deadline: July 30, 2024.

Responsibilities include:

1. Assisting with food preparation.
2. Serving meals and clearing used crockery and cutlery.
3. Preparing the dining area and counter daily.
4. Cleaning kitchen and dining areas, including utensils and crockery.
5. Storing delivered goods.
6. Assisting with buffets and working lunches.
7. Performing additional duties related to the department as assigned.
8. Potentially assisting with food prep for special events such as PTA functions.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience:

1. Basic food preparation and service skills.
2. Experience working in a busy kitchen environment (desirable but not essential).
3. Level 1 Food Hygiene Certificate (desirable).
4. Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
5. Understanding of food safety management systems.
6. Creativity and presentation skills (desirable but not essential).

Benefits include:

1. Annual leave and public holiday entitlement included in salary.
2. Access to discounts on various retailers and services through our lifestyle benefits website.
3. Cycle to Work Scheme with savings of up to 32%.
4. 6.5% employer contribution to NEST Pension Scheme (if eligible).
5. Life assurance of twice your salary.
6. Opportunities for professional development and training.

About Totally Local Company:

Based in Stockport, we provide a wide range of services across Greater Manchester, including school kitchens, parks, road maintenance, waste disposal, and more. We prioritize safety and offer comprehensive benefits to our employees. Our team is committed to serving the community and doing their best in every role.

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