Catering Porter / Kitchen Assistant / Full Training Provided

Job Description

Catering Porter / Kitchen Assistant who is able to work as part of a team, with good communication and organisational skills is required for an independent school based in Leatherhead, Surrey.SALARY: £17,156 per annum FTE / Actual Pay £15,210 per annum + Benefits (see below)LOCATION: Leatherhead, SurreyJOB TYPE: Full-Time, PermanentWORKING HOURS: 40 Hours per Week, 36 Weeks per year (term time). Flexible shift pattern to include morning, mid, late shifts, Monday- Friday (with occasional weekend working)APPLICATION PROCESS:Once youve applied through this site, we will email over an Application Form that you will need to complete. Please keep an eye out for our email.JOB OVERVIEWThe School is seeking to appoint a friendly, hard-working and committed Catering Porter / Kitchen Assistant to join their busy Catering team.Working as the Catering Porter / Kitchen Assistant you will work effectively within a team supporting with the general cleaning and hygiene of kitchens and front of house.As the Catering Porter / Kitchen Assistant you will also assist with deliveries and ensuring items are stored and labelled correctly. Knowledge of Health & Safety and Food Hygiene is desirable but full training will be given.DUTIESYour main duties and responsibilities as the Catering Porter / Kitchen Assistant will include:

• Fetch and carry items as instructed by the chefs and management

• Clean areas of the Dining Hall

• Ensure a standard of personal and general cleanliness and hygiene to comply with School and statutory regulations. Training will be provided which covers areas of personal and general cleanliness and hygiene

• Wear the correct standard of dress or uniform at all times, to include mask, gloves and protective eyewear where necessary. HACCP & COSHH training will be provided and you must comply with all regulations

• Work in a professional manner and maintain a helpful attitude throughout the working day

• Maintain a high level of cleanliness and tidiness within the kitchen as well as the front and back of house areas at all times as reasonably practicable

• Ensure that all products are properly packaged, labelled and put in the correct storage areas, fridges or freezers on a rotation basis

• Monitor and control supplies of cleaning materials, and report shortages to management so they can be reordered

• Prepare vegetables using appropriate machinery and utensils as directed by the Chef

• Carry out deep cleaning as and when directed by the Line Manager

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience is not essential as training is provided

• An awareness of the importance of health and safety in the workplace is essential

• Able to work as part of a team

• Good communication skills

• Willingness to be pro-active

This post is subject to clearance by the Disclosure and Barring ServiceEMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• A competitive remuneration package with additional allowances for extra responsibilities
• A comprehensive induction and CPD programme for all levels of staff
• Regular appraisals to reflect on professional practice and developmental opportunities
• High quality IT facilities, hardware and software
• Well-resourced departments
• Automatic enrolment into the Schools pension schemes
• A discount on school fees for staff children who satisfy the admissions criteria (following successful completion of probationary period / proportionally reduced for part time members of staff)
• Free parking
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Microsoft 365 for up to five personal devices
• Interest free School Loan
• Access to discounts at popular retailers
• Discounts are also available at local businesses such as Nuffield Health in Leatherhead
• Family friendly policies including flexible working, enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• A fun, free weekly boot-camp to get fit in an encouraging, motivating environment
• Use of the Schools Sports Centre and outstanding sports facilities, including the swimming pool, at agreed times
• Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (Education Support Partnership) which provides caring and compassionate advice and support on professional or personal matters
• During term time, our excellent catering department provides meals and refreshments
• Free flu vaccinations
• Access to Wellbeing Champions

HOW TO APPLYAPPLICATION PROCESS: Once youve applied through this site, we will email over an Application Form that you will need to complete. Please keep an eye out for our email.By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.JOB REF: AWDO-P6898Part-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Leatherhead, Surrey. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online.AWD online operates as an employment agency