Job Title: Kitchen Assistant
Reporting To: Catering Supervisor / Deputy Manager
A. JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Purpose
To assist in the safe, smooth and efficient running of a busy catering department.
Core Duties:
· Assist in all aspects of food service as necessary.
· Assist with the production and display of certain food items and sandwiches under the direction of the Chefs.
· Be responsible for cleaning items of crockery, service, table and kitchen equipment as and when necessary.
· Be responsible for cleaning kitchen areas as and when directed.
· Sign cleaning schedules on completion of cleaning tasks.
· Assist with the retail operation of the College as and when necessary.
· Abide by departmental rules and procedures at all times.
· Maintain high standards of Personal and Food Hygiene at all times in line with legislation and the Colleges Health and Safety policy.
· Be responsible for ensuring that correct Personal Protective Equipment is used correctly at all times.
· To handle cash in a secure manner.
· Any other reasonable duties as requested by the senior catering department staff or Catering Supervisors.
All staff have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of children. The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work with the safeguarding policies of the organisation.
B. PERSON SPECIFICATION
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
· Some experience of catering/food service/hospitality· Current First Aid Certificate· Level 2 Award in Food Safety
Personal Qualities
· Reliable
· Punctual
· Positive
· Hard working
C. OUTLINE TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Salary: £12.20 per hour
Working Year/Hours: 17.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 11.30am to 3.00pm.
This position is Term Time Only + INSET days.
Paid overtime is regularly available
Benefits include: Family membership of the Dulwich College Sports Club, defined contribution pension scheme, Bupa Cash Plan scheme, free lunches, entry to the Dulwich Picture Gallery, discounted rates for private functions and for use of the DC Outdoor Centre in Wales, fee remission for children attending Dulwich College or the other schools of the Dulwich Foundation.
References: The appointment is subject to receipt of references satisfactory to the College.
Police Clearance: The appointment is subject to police clearance as required by law for the protection of children and to compliance with proof of identity and addresses over the last five years in accordance with the stipulations laid down by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Probation Period: 2 terms. In case of illness during the probation period, statutory sick pay only will be applicable.
Period of Employment (if applicable): Permanent
Start Date: as soon as possible
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Salary: £12.20 per hour
Expected hours: 17.5 per week
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person