Job Title: Catering Assistant
Location: Bracknell
Employment Type: Part-Time Temporary
Salary: �12 per hour PAYE (�15.01 per hour at Umbrella LTD)
About the Role
Are you passionate about providing exceptional catering services and working in a role that makes a real difference? We are recruiting for a Catering Assistant to join a dynamic team supporting independent living schemes for individuals aged 55 and above. This is an excellent opportunity for a reliable, customer-focused individual looking to secure a job within the hospitality and catering sector on a part-time temporary basis.
Key Responsibilities
- Catering and Food Preparation
- Assist with the daily operations of the restaurant and catering services within independent living schemes.
- Prepare and cook meals following pre-planned menus, taking customer preferences into account.
- Support special catering functions and events, ensuring exceptional quality and presentation.
- Customer Service and Collaboration
- Work closely with colleagues, residents, volunteers, and external customers to deliver a customer-focused service.
- Engage with customers to understand their needs and contribute to creating a welcoming dining experience.
- Operational Support
- Assist with the delivery of meals across independent living schemes when needed.
- Ensure the restaurant operates efficiently and offers good value for money to residents.
- Compliance and Safeguarding
- Adhere to all health and safety regulations, food hygiene standards, and organizational policies.
- Be vigilant about safeguarding responsibilities, reporting concerns to the appropriate authorities.
- Service Modernisation
- Support digital initiatives to improve the efficiency of services provided to residents.
- Flexibility
- Be available to work weekends, bank holidays, and out-of-office hours to meet service needs.
About You
We are looking for candidates who are:
- Experienced: Background in catering, food preparation, or hospitality.
- Customer-Focused: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with a diverse group of residents and team members.
- Organised: Ability to multitask and assist in running a busy kitchen or catering service.
- Flexible: Willingness to work varied hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Safety Conscious: Knowledge of health and safety, food hygiene standards, and safeguarding responsibilities.
- Tech-Savvy: Open to learning and using digital tools to improve service delivery.
Why Join?
- Respected organisation
- Opportunity to work in a rewarding role supporting the independence and well-being of older adults.
- Gain valuable experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Application Process
If you're ready to take the next step in your catering career and join a team dedicated to making a difference, apply today!
Contact: (url removed) or call (phone number removed)
Application Deadline: 13/12/2024
Don't miss this opportunity to bring your skills and enthusiasm to a role where you'll truly make a positive impact. Apply now!