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Catering Assistant

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Job Title:Catering Assistant 15 hours per week (1130-1430, Monday – Friday),term time
Department:Catering
Reports to:Head School Chef
CriteriaEssentialDesirable
Qualifications& TrainingGood literacy and numeracy skills. Willingness toundertake food hygiene, allergen awareness and healthand safety training.Food Safety/Hygienequalification or relevantcatering qualification.
ExperienceExperience of working as part of a team and providinggood customer service.Experience in a catering,hospitality or schoolenvironment. Experience ofworking with dietaryrequirements and allergens.
KnowledgeUnderstanding of food hygiene, food safety and allergenrequirements. Understanding of safeguarding,confidentiality and health and safety responsibilities.Knowledge of nutritionalstandards for school meals.
Skills &AbilitiesAbility to prepare and serve food safely and efficiently.Ability to follow instructions and procedures accurately.Ability to communicate effectively with pupils, staff,parents and other stakeholders. Ability to maintain highstandards of cleanliness and food presentation. Abilityto correctly manage dietary and allergen requirementsand report concerns appropriately. Ability to assist withstock rotation and deliveries.Ability to complete basiccatering records anddocumentation.
PersonalQualitiesReliable, punctual and trustworthy. Friendly andapproachable with a positive attitude to customerservice. Flexible and able to work as part of a team.Good attention to detail, particularly when dealing withallergens and special diets. Commitment tosafeguarding, equality and inclusion. Willingness tosupport occasional evening and weekend events.

Safeguarding:

Working in a school environment and the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references and Disclosure Scotland (PVG) clearance.