Post title:                General Catering Assistant   

Reporting to:          Chef/ Catering Manager

The following information is furnished to assist staff joining the Academy to understand and appreciate the work content of their post and the role they are to play in the organisation. However, the following points should be noted:

Whilst every endeavour has been made to outline all the duties and responsibilities of the post, a document such as this does not permit every item to be specified in detail. Broad headings therefore may have been used below; in which case all the usual associated routines are naturally included in the job description.

Main purpose  

The Catering Assistant will play a key role in the smooth running of the school's kitchen and dining services by assisting in food preparation and service, including basic cooking tasks, supporting the School Chef/Catering Manager, and maintaining strict health and safety and hygiene standards. They will also be responsible for supporting the break and lunchtime service.

Duties and responsibilities  

PRIME OBJECTIVE OF THE POST

To work closely with the Catering Partner in order to maximise sales, whilst ensuring that the highest standards of service are provided for students and staff alike.

Basic food preparation, general catering duties.

Customer service.

Till operation in accordance with academy procedures.

Cleaning of all areas within the business both front and back of house.

The carrying out of hygiene, health and safety policies and practices and COSHH regulations in line with the contractors documented schedules and due diligence practices.

Transportation of goods to satellite areas within the academy.

SUPERVISION AND GUIDANCE

Responsible to the Chef/Catering Manager referring complex issues for guidance but expected to work with minimal supervision and be proactive.

RANGE OF DUTIES

Basic food preparation from salads, sandwiches and cooking of hot food etc. in accordance with academy procedures.

Liaise with students and staff alike in all aspects of the service and a maintenance of excellent customer service and care.

To maintain academy property and equipment to a safe standard and that all defects are reported to your line manager.

Fixture and fittings to be cleaned in accordance with cleaning schedules.

Transportation of goods to other areas within the academy and stocking of fridges etc.

Ensure that all required health and safety and food safety procedures are followed as per standard practices.

Carry out duties and responsibilities as instructed by the Chef/Manager to meet the changing needs of the academy.

Other Specific Duties:

It is essential for all employees to demonstrate a flexible approach to undertaking tasks and responsibilities.

To contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the academy.

To participate in professional and personal development programmes as required, including training and performance review.

To be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection and safeguarding, reporting any concerns to a designated person.

To be aware of, and comply with all academy policies and procedures including health & safety; security; confidentiality; equality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate member of senior leadership team.

To appreciate and support the work of other professionals.

To undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post.

NOTE

As an equal rights employer we are committed to make any necessary reasonable adjustments to the job role and working environment that enable access to employment opportunities for disabled job applicants or continued employment for any employee who develops a disabling condition.

Person Specification

Post Title: General Catering Assistant   

This Personnel Specification

This personnel specification describes the job requirements on which the short listing and selection decision will be based. To be selected for an interview you must be able to show that you meet all the ‘essential’ requirements for the post. The very best candidates are most likely to also meet the ‘desirable’ criteria. To ensure that the short-listing panel can make a proper assessment of your suitability for the post, please ensure that the application shows how you meet the requirements set out in the personnel specification.