The post holder will be responsible for providing a consistently high level of customer service and maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and presentation at all times.
Key responsibilities
- Daily operation of the catering functions in line with procedures, ensuring a high standard of presentation.
- To act as a barista (making espresso-based coffee drinks) and serve a selection of hot and cold drinks.
- Prepare and deliver a menu of light meals including soup, toasties and sandwiches following food health and safety regulations. This will also include baking some traybakes, cakes and scones (training is/can be provided).
- Promotion and upsell of all products, including food, ice cream, confectionary, and beverages with a high standard of product knowledge.
- To support the catering operation during functions, events, and press nights.
- Cash handling and transaction processes including the use of a till system and the use of card machines.
- To follow and adhere to all operational procedures, including keeping temperature records for refrigerators, stock rotation, food dating and labelling.
- To minimise wastage on site by preparing efficiently, in line with the buildings estimated footfall.
- To have basic understanding of allergens and to be able to provide customers with information they require.
- Provide a positive, accessible, and high-quality service to all customers and colleagues across all front of house areas and all buildings associated with Derby Theatre.
- To be a flexible member of staff and work, as necessary, across catering aspects of the building.
To read the full job description, person specification and for how to apply, please visit https://derbytheatre.co.uk/job/catering-assistant/