Catering Assistant

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

• ENHANCED DISCLOSURE CRB
• Passport
• 2 bills as proof of address
• 1 passport photo
• Proof of your National Insurance number
• P45
• 2 Checkable reference (previous employment) Covering a period of 2 years
• Food Hygiene/Food Safety certificate

Purpose of the Job

• To provide support in the preparation, cooking and serving of food and beverages.

• Preparation of service areas and equipment in the service area for efficient and effective delivery of meals and catering services.

• Cleaning of catering areas and kitchen equipment to the required standards

Duties and responsibilities

1. To assist as directed with all aspects of food and beverage preparation, packaging, presentation and service to the required standard.

2. To serve food according to the style and type of operation as directed.

3. To prepare the dining hall, which may include moving and setting up furniture, setting trolleys and dismantling as required.

4. To ensure sufficient supplies throughout the service period.

5. To ensure a high standard of personal hygiene and cleanliness, that complies with service standards and statutory requirements.

Cleaning and General Tasks

6. To clean on a daily basis all catering areas to the required standard.

7. To attend to the cleanliness of storage areas, including fridges and freezers.

8. To wash cutlery, tumblers, jugs, serving utensils, containers, tables and all other catering equipment.

9. To ensure that deliveries are put away in rotation.

10. To inform the cook of any defects with

11. To report to the cook immediately any accidents, loss, damage, unfit food or drink or any other irregularities and take any action as directed.

12. To attend training sessions and meetings as required.

13. To work as part of a team contributing to the aims and values of the service.

This is a description of the main duties and responsibilities of the post at the date of production. The duties may change over time as requirements and circumstances change. The person in the post may also have to carry out other duties as may be necessary from time to time. An enhanced CRB check is required and a strong commitment to safeguard the welfare of children, young and vulnerable people that you are responsible for or come into contact with.