General Catering Assistant
- Recruiter
- Serco Leisure
- Location
- Marlow
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 26 Oct 2016
- Closes
- 10 Nov 2016
- Sectors
- Catering & Hospitality
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES:
Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company which combines commercial know-how with a deep public service ethos. We improve services by managing people, processes, technology and assets more effectively. We advise policy makers, design innovative solutions, integrate systems and - most of all - deliver to the public.
Serco supports governments, agencies and companies who seek a trusted partner with a solid track-record of providing assured service excellence. Our people offer operational, management and consulting expertise in the aerospace, defence, education, health, home affairs, local government, science, technology, transport and the commercial sectors.
Serco Leisure is committed to providing a safe, warm, clean, friendly, fun environment for the local community at an affordable cost. Honesty, integrity and a positive, can-do attitude are key to helping us deliver this mission and are values we expect from each individual.
Bisham Abbey is one of Sport England`s National Sports Centres and is home to a number of National Governing Bodies of Sport. Bisham Abbey provides excellent facilities to Britain`s leading sports men and women, and aims to provide a world class experience where everything we do ensures that our customers are valued and their satisfaction and recommendation to others is paramount.
Bisham Abbey is also a Conferencing and Event Centre, boasting a large number of recently refurbished rooms and outdoor spaces for weddings, corporate events and team-building days. It is located close to London and major transport links, and sits on the borders of Berkshire and Buckinghamshire in stunning grounds on the banks of the River Thames.
We are currently recruiting for a General Catering Assistant to work on an as and when basis, covering Monday - Sunday working on a shift basis. Hours covered will be earlies, lates and weekends.
Due to the location and working hours of Bisham Abbey it would be beneficial if you hold a Driving Licence/own a car.
Job Purpose
The Catering Assistant`s role is to work within the catering team on events and in the cafe to achieve high standards of service and customer care at all times. The role will also ensure food is hygienically prepared and served in accordance with standards laid down by the Catering Supervisor.
Main Duties and Responsibilities;
* Ensure the Company Health and Safety Policy and Procedures and all relevant Food Safety Legislation and smoke free law is complied with.
* Assist setting up and waiting on tables for catering events e.g Weddings/meetings.
* Carry out cleaning duties to maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout.
* Ensure customers are served promptly and efficiently.
* Ensure financial and cash handling procedures are complied with.
* Prepare food and beverages as necessary in accordance with cafe menus and as required by the Catering Supervisor.
* Replenish stocks within the cafe and vending machines as required by the Catering Supervisor.
* Consistently and actively apply good housekeeping principles, such as turning off lights and equipment when not in use, in order to contribute to our strategy to reduce utility consumption and carbon footprint.
Essential / Desirable Skills for the role;
* Proven experience of working in a catering role is desirable.
* Hold a Certificate in Food Hygiene or a Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering, Intermediate Certificate in Food Safety or equivalents is desirable.
* Previous experience and knowledge customer care/service in a food retail operation is desirable.
* Health & Safety awareness.
* Customer care/service awareness.
* Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
* COSHH knowledge.
We are looking for a high calibre candidate and will offer an attractive salary and benefits package to the right person. Benefits include:
* Free Gym membership
* Staff meal discounts
* On site accommodation when duties require (please note this is not a live in role)
* Paid overtime opportunities
* Pension scheme
* Family Healthcare scheme
* Childcare Vouchers
* Discounts and money off vouchers for a wide range of goods and services
* Work and Life Support service
* Qualification opportunities
If you have the essential skills, experience and qualifications to fulfil this role, please apply now and upload a copy of your CV in a word or PDF format.
On occasion we receive significantly more applicants than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
Serco is committed to equal opportunities and requests any potential applicant to contact the Serco Recruitment Team on as soon as possible if an applicant has any additional queries, requirements or will need additional time in submitting an application should the closing date of the advertisement be brought forward.
Serco is a FTSE 250 international service company which combines commercial know-how with a deep public service ethos. We improve services by managing people, processes, technology and assets more effectively. We advise policy makers, design innovative solutions, integrate systems and - most of all - deliver to the public.
Serco supports governments, agencies and companies who seek a trusted partner with a solid track-record of providing assured service excellence. Our people offer operational, management and consulting expertise in the aerospace, defence, education, health, home affairs, local government, science, technology, transport and the commercial sectors.
Serco Leisure is committed to providing a safe, warm, clean, friendly, fun environment for the local community at an affordable cost. Honesty, integrity and a positive, can-do attitude are key to helping us deliver this mission and are values we expect from each individual.
Bisham Abbey is one of Sport England`s National Sports Centres and is home to a number of National Governing Bodies of Sport. Bisham Abbey provides excellent facilities to Britain`s leading sports men and women, and aims to provide a world class experience where everything we do ensures that our customers are valued and their satisfaction and recommendation to others is paramount.
Bisham Abbey is also a Conferencing and Event Centre, boasting a large number of recently refurbished rooms and outdoor spaces for weddings, corporate events and team-building days. It is located close to London and major transport links, and sits on the borders of Berkshire and Buckinghamshire in stunning grounds on the banks of the River Thames.
We are currently recruiting for a General Catering Assistant to work on an as and when basis, covering Monday - Sunday working on a shift basis. Hours covered will be earlies, lates and weekends.
Due to the location and working hours of Bisham Abbey it would be beneficial if you hold a Driving Licence/own a car.
Job Purpose
The Catering Assistant`s role is to work within the catering team on events and in the cafe to achieve high standards of service and customer care at all times. The role will also ensure food is hygienically prepared and served in accordance with standards laid down by the Catering Supervisor.
Main Duties and Responsibilities;
* Ensure the Company Health and Safety Policy and Procedures and all relevant Food Safety Legislation and smoke free law is complied with.
* Assist setting up and waiting on tables for catering events e.g Weddings/meetings.
* Carry out cleaning duties to maintain high standards of cleanliness throughout.
* Ensure customers are served promptly and efficiently.
* Ensure financial and cash handling procedures are complied with.
* Prepare food and beverages as necessary in accordance with cafe menus and as required by the Catering Supervisor.
* Replenish stocks within the cafe and vending machines as required by the Catering Supervisor.
* Consistently and actively apply good housekeeping principles, such as turning off lights and equipment when not in use, in order to contribute to our strategy to reduce utility consumption and carbon footprint.
Essential / Desirable Skills for the role;
* Proven experience of working in a catering role is desirable.
* Hold a Certificate in Food Hygiene or a Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering, Intermediate Certificate in Food Safety or equivalents is desirable.
* Previous experience and knowledge customer care/service in a food retail operation is desirable.
* Health & Safety awareness.
* Customer care/service awareness.
* Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
* COSHH knowledge.
We are looking for a high calibre candidate and will offer an attractive salary and benefits package to the right person. Benefits include:
* Free Gym membership
* Staff meal discounts
* On site accommodation when duties require (please note this is not a live in role)
* Paid overtime opportunities
* Pension scheme
* Family Healthcare scheme
* Childcare Vouchers
* Discounts and money off vouchers for a wide range of goods and services
* Work and Life Support service
* Qualification opportunities
If you have the essential skills, experience and qualifications to fulfil this role, please apply now and upload a copy of your CV in a word or PDF format.
On occasion we receive significantly more applicants than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
Serco is committed to equal opportunities and requests any potential applicant to contact the Serco Recruitment Team on as soon as possible if an applicant has any additional queries, requirements or will need additional time in submitting an application should the closing date of the advertisement be brought forward.