Part-Time School Catering Assistant

BAM Construct UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting a Catering Assistant to join our FM Segment, based at Bromsgrove Schools in Alvechurch. 39.6 weeks/year, 27.5 hours/week (9:15am-2:45pm, Mon-Fri). Role involves food prep, safety, stock management, and serving customers on site.

Applicants should have experience in large-scale food preparation and a willingness to gain a recognised catering qualification. Level 2 Hygiene desirable; ICT literacy and health & safety knowledge valued.

Qualifications

• Experience of cooking/food preparation for large numbers.
• Willingness to gain recognised catering qualification.
• Level 2 Hygiene Certificate - Desirable.
• Knowledge of health and safety good practice in the kitchen.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Good ICT - Desirable.
• Ability to use relevant equipment.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures and precautions.
• Awareness of COSHH regulations.
• Good communication skills.
• Knowledge of health and hygiene procedures.
• Willingness to participate in development and training opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals: follow approved recipes and methods.
• Prepare ingredients for meals under direction.
• Adhere to HACCP and food safety regulations.
• Keep clean and dirty processes separate.
• Prepare food for chilled/hot transportation.
• Decant and/or serve food where required.
• Maintain food safety records using the current system.
• Refill and replace consumables.
• Monitor storage and stock levels.
• Treat customers with courtesy and consideration.
• Work safely around kitchen equipment and report maintenance issues.
• Assist in waste management and correct product measurement.
• Participate in in-house training and company procedures.

Skills

Food prep

Communication

Literacy & numeracy

Health & safety

ICT literacy

Education

Level 2 Hygiene Certificate (Desirable)

Job description

BAM UK & Ireland is recruiting a Catering Assistant to join our FM Segment, based at Bromsgrove Schools in Alvechurch. 39.6 weeks/year, 27.5 hours/week (9:15am-2:45pm, Mon-Fri). Role involves food prep, safety, stock management, and serving customers on site.

Applicants should have experience in large-scale food preparation and a willingness to gain a recognised catering qualification. Level 2 Hygiene desirable; ICT literacy and health & safety knowledge valued.