Kitchen Assistant Merthyr Schools

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council; Merthyr Tydfil; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is seeking a Kitchen Assistant/Support role to assist with the simple preparation of meals and the setup of dining areas at the on-site catering operation. You will help with washing up, maintaining cleanliness, and following health and safety guidelines under the supervision of the on-site Cook/Manager.

The position requires a Level II Food Hygiene certificate and there is a preference for Welsh language ability.

Qualifications

• Simple preparation of meals and beverages as required by the kitchen procedures.
• Assisting with setting up servery and dining areas.
• Maintaining hygiene and cleanliness in kitchen and dining spaces.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals including vegetables, snacks, drinks and ready-made dishes.
• Set up servery counter and serve food with proper portion control.
• Carry and prepare equipment to service area and clean after service.
• Wash crockery, cutlery and utensils; ensure health and safety practices.
• Remove waste and maintain a clean working environment as per schedule.
• Report faulty equipment and health and safety issues to the on-site Manager.

Skills

Welsh language

Education

Level II hygiene certificate

Job description

Responsible for the simple preparation of meals, setting up the service counter and dining areas, cleaning of catering operation; this is to include kitchen and dining areas to the standard as laid down by the Management., Simple preparation of meals to include preparation of vegetables, snacks, drinks and cooking of prepared products and dishes.

Setting up of servery counter/point and service of food, practising portion control as per guidelines, also ensuring good food presentation.

Preparation and carrying of food and equipment to point of sales/service area and cleaning afterwards, also the setting up and cleaning of dining areas.

Washing up of crockery, cutlery and kitchen utensils, ensuring good Health and Safety practices.

Removal of waste products and rubbish from all eating areas as per guidelines.

Maintain a clean working environment as set out in the Cleaning Schedule by ensuring regular cleaning of all work surfaces, equipment, storerooms and ancillary areas.

Ensure Health and Safety Practices by:

• Reporting of all equipment not working properly to onsite Manager (Cook)
• Reporting of any Health & Safety issues
• Comply with Food Hygiene Regulations (Level II Food Hygiene Certificate essential)
• Ensure food is stored correctly and at correct temperatures, if applicable
• The recording of all high risk food temperatures on delivery and prior to service, if applicable

Promote and sell through encouragement and friendliness towards the customer and portraying a professional approach through correct dress and appearance.

To work as part of a team under the guidance of the on-site Manager (Cook).

Prepare and contribute towards the identification of your training and development needs, utilising all learning opportunities and applying the knowledge and skills acquired to your role within the Organisation.

To comply with all Organisation administrative procedures as set out by MTCBC

GENERAL: To undertake such duties as may reasonably be required of you commensurate with your salary grade and within your capabilities., All employees are required to comply with their individual and organisational responsibilities under the Data Protection Act, the Information Security Policy and relevant supporting operational policies. Any matters of a confidential nature must not be disclosed or passed to any unauthorised persons or third party under any circumstance either during or after employment except in the proper course of your employment or as required by law, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council or both. Any breach of confidentiality may lead to disciplinary action.

A valid Level II hygiene certificate is essential for this position., Ability to speak Welsh is desirable.

Merthyr Tydfil County Borough Council is committed to protecting and safeguarding the most vulnerable people in our community. Rigorous pre-employment checks are undertaken for all appointments as part of our recruitment and selection process.

Grade 1 SCP 5 - £26,427 per annum pro rata FTE