General Assistant

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Oranmore; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Maternity leave (26 weeks)

Secondary carer leave

Wedding/commitment day leave

Free meals on shift

Training & development

Perkbox discounts

Employee assistance programme

Cycle to work

Job summary

BaxterStorey is hiring a General Assistant in Ireland to support a busy kitchen operation. The role is part-time, 16 hours per week with occasional overtime for holidays. You’ll work evenings and weekends and must have reliable transport.

The job offers paid leave, meals on shift, and opportunities for training and development in a hospitality-driven team. Employee benefits include annual leave, birthday leave, maternity leave, carer leave, and various perks through Perkbox.

Qualifications

• No formal education is required, catering/kitchen experience would be a plus.
• Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions.
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices is a plus.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Dishwashing – Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment either by hand or using industrial dishwashers
• Kitchen Cleanliness – Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, countertops, and food preparation areas. Empty rubbish bins and ensure proper disposal of waste materials
• Food Preparation – Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks, such as peeling, chopping, and slicing ingredients and preparing sandwiches
• Customer Service - provide excellent service by being attentive to guests’ needs at every point on their customer journey. Answering questions and addressing any concerns or issues in a friendly manner
• Inventory Management – Assist in receiving, storing, and organising kitchen supplies and ingredients
• Compliance with Health and safety – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen ensuring equipment is in good working order.

Skills

Stamina

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Sanitation

Food service

Job description

Hours: 16 hours per week with occasional additional hours required to cover holidays

Working Pattern: Monday to Sunday, 2 days over 7, weekend work, evening shift occasionally required. Must have own transport as public transport is not available after the evening shift.

Salary: €14.2 per hour (enhanced rate available for Sunday €18.81)

• 20 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Plus your birthday off to celebrate
• 26week’s paidmaternity leave
• Secondary carerleave (paid paternity leave)
• Wedding/commitment day leave
• Free meals on shift
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Discounts available on our Perkboxapp; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Cycle to work scheme

Do you have a passion for maintaining a well organised, clean kitchen that runs like a well-oiled machine? Do you have stamina, good attention to detail and communication skills? Yes? Then this is the role for you. At BaxterStorey, we believe that creating a lasting impression for our customers is not possible without the support of the entire team, that’s why we’re looking for a General Assistant who strives to exceed expectations at every turn. As a trailblazer in the hospitality industry, we are excited to open our doors to individuals who share our passion for exceptional experiences and creating unforgettable moments.

We believe that it is our people that set us apart, that’s why as a member of our team, you will be supported in an inclusive environment that encourages growth and celebrates diversity. We will invest in your development with ongoing training, to ensure that you have the skills and knowledge to thrive in your role, and we guarantee a good work-life balance, because we believe that people excel when they are given the space to take care of themselves.

If you are a General Assistant who is enthusiastic and thrives in a harmonious and collaborative team, we would love to hear from you!

Job Description

• Dishwashing – Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment either by hand or using industrial dishwashers
• Kitchen Cleanliness – Clean and sanitise kitchen surfaces, countertops, and food preparation areas. Empty rubbish bins and ensure proper disposal of waste materials
• Food Preparation –Assist chefs and cooks with basic food preparation tasks, such as peeling, chopping, and slicing ingredients and preparing sandwiches
• Customer Service -provide excellent service by being attentive to guests’ needs at every point on their customer journey. Answering questions and addressing any concerns or issues in a friendly manner
• Inventory Management – Assist in receiving, storing, and organising kitchen supplies and ingredients
• Compliance with Health and safety – maintain cleanliness and organisation of the kitchen ensuring equipment is in good working order.

Qualifications

• No formal education is required, but an understanding of the role is required and catering/kitchen experience would be a plus
• Physical stamina and the ability to stand for extended periods and lift heavy objects
• Good attention to detail and the ability to follow instructions
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment and sanitation practices is a plus
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Additional Information

For almost 20 years, for every client, in every location (whether that’s an office, stadium, cathedral or university), we have created beautiful spaces, exciting menus and friendly teams, so that each and every customer can have the hospitality experience they deserve.

We need the brightest and the best to join us to make this all possible. We will support you to create your hospitality legacy and build a career that you are proud of.

Our drive and belief in our people, means that we always strive to supercharge our team’s careers. ‘Better’ is a daily habit that sits deep within our DNA, meaning learning will be front and centre of your experience working with us.

Join us, and be part of the food revolution!

BaxterStorey Values:

ALWAYS VISIONARY

We strive for better, we never settle, never compromise, never follow. We lead the way, blazing our own trail.

WHOLEHEARTEDLY POSITIVE

We are up-beat, motivating and inspiring. Our love for what we do radiates through our food, and is amplified by our people.

CREATIVELY COLLABORATIVE

We embrace our differences to push creativity and we work together to be better.

FOREVER CONSCIOUS

We work together as a team to lead by example, protecting the planet and supporting local communities.

Interested? Even if you don’t meet all requirements, we’d like to hear from you. If you are motivated and hungry to learn, we can work together to develop your potential.

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We celebrate individuality and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applications from people of all ages, abilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, races, religions, and socio-economic backgrounds.

BaxterStorey is committed to encouraging equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) among our workforce and aim for our workforce to be truly representative of all sections of society, and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To support our commitment to this we have set ourselves an ambition to ‘set the standard and to be recognised for having the most inclusive culture in hospitality’.

Join us and bring your unique perspective to our team.

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