General Catering Assistant

3 months ago

Oxford, United Kingdom St. Clare's, Oxford Full time

**Purpose of role**

To provide general assistance in the College kitchens and dining hall, including cleaning, basic food preparation and serving meals.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Stock checking and stacking of goods
- Helping the Chefs prepare the food as required
- Serving food on the hotplate to students at mealtimes (including till operation) in a friendly and efficient manner
- Develop a friendly and helpful atmosphere to all customers
- Cleaning down after meals
- Routine cleaning of production and service equipment
- Deep cleaning of specific areas and equipment
- Observe requirements of Health and Safety at Work Act and to act on COSSH recommendations for cleaning practices, ensuring that the correct cleaning material is used for the individual task.
- Observe Food Hygiene Regulations
- Observe regulations regarding fire prevention and control
- Compliance with the correct dress code including protective footwear
- Attend further training courses as required
- Further tasks as directed by the Hospitality Manager, Executive Head Chef and/or Catering Supervisor

**Education & Qualifications**
- Awareness of the health and safety issues in a catering environment **(E)**
- A high level of food safety and general health and safety qualifications **(D)**

**Knowledge Skills and Experience**
- Experience of working in a student environment in a similar role **(D)**:

- Ability to work a barista coffee machine **(D)**:

- Can maintain focus and skill during a busy counter service **(E)**:

- The ability to establish effective working relationships with colleagues and to be a good team member **(E)**:

- Ability to adapt to changing environments **(E)**:

- Awareness of the health and safety issues in a catering environment **(D)**

**Personal skills and attributes**
- Hard working, well-motivated and positive attitude **(E)**
- A flexible, ‘can do’ approach. **(E)**
- The ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a wide range of people **(E)**
- Good communication skills and a friendly manner for dealing with students and staff **(E)**:

- Capable of undertaking some moderately strenuous duties (e.g. standing for long periods and lifting **(E)**
- Able to follow both written and verbal instructions **(E)**
- Smart, tidy and clean in appearance **(E)**:

- Excellent customer service skills **(E)**

**How to apply**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Temporary contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £22,650.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Discounted or free food

Day range:

- Weekend availability

Shift:

- 8 hour shift

**Experience**:

- Catering: 1 year (preferred)
- Customer service: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

  • Catering Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Harrison Catering Services Full time

    **Catering Assistant - 52 Weeks** 40 Hours per week Monday to Friday, 07:00hrs-15:00hrs OR 08:00hrs-16:00hrs **Our benefits include: - ** - Permanent contract. - Excellent training and opportunities for career progression. - High street and on line discount scheme - Employee Assistance Programme - 5.6 weeks paid holiday - Pension Scheme - Life Assurance...

  • Catering Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Wilson Vale Catering Ltd Full time

    We are currently recruiting for a Casual Catering Assistant to join our team at one of our sites in Oxford, OX1. Wilson Vale is an established, quality-led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools and at...

  • Catering Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Hotel and Catering Recruitment Full time

    Looking to Employ a Cook/catering assistant for a Monday-Friday role in Oxford. Working alongside a experienced catering manager serving cook to order food and Prep Including washing up and cleaning. P/T hours with latest finish 5pm. Opportunity for occasional overtime to boost earnings including some weekend work. But this isn't always needed. Minimum 20...

  • Catering Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Hotel and Catering Recruitment Full time

    Looking to Employ a Cook/catering assistant for a Monday-Friday role in Oxford. Working alongside a experienced catering manager serving cook to order food and Prep Including washing up and cleaning. P/T hours with latest finish 5pm. Opportunity for occasional overtime to boost earnings including some weekend work. But this isn't always needed. Minimum 20...

  • General Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Wilson Vale Catering Ltd Full time

    We are currently recruiting for a General Assistant to join our team at one of our independent schools in Oxford, OX2 Wilson Vale is an established, quality-led contract caterer. We work with amazing clients across the UK who place huge value on great food as a key part of their culture and community. We work in office restaurants, independent schools and...

  • Catering Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Harrison Catering Services Full time

    **Catering Assistant - 52 Weeks (Permanent)** 40 hours per week - £13.50 per hour. Monday to Friday, 07:00hrs - 15:00hrs The University of Oxford’s Chemistry Department located on Mansfield Road, OX1 3TA, in the centre of Oxford is looking for a Catering Assistant. This role is part of the onsite catering team. A Monday - Friday, 5 days a week role...

  • Catering Assistant

    1 week ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom C&E Recruitment Full time

    Catering Assistant- Prestigious College We are currently looking to recruit an experienced catering assistant to join one of the biggest colleges in central Oxford. As a catering assistant you will be joining the catering team across one of several outlets at the college serving food to staff and customers ensuring service standards are maintained at all...

  • General Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time

    General Assistant - Job Description Job DescriptionAs a General Assistant you will...Assist in the preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner according to established menus and recipes.Maintain cleanliness of the front of house areas including organising dishes and utensils.Following proper food handling and storage procedures to ensure...

  • Assistant General Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Illume Recruitment Full time £40,000

    Assistant General Manager - Contract Catering Sector In this role, professional experience and qualifications are essential, but possessing the right interpersonal skills is equally important. ***Standard Working Hours: Monday to Friday*** Are you a seasoned Assistant General Manager in the Contract Catering industry or a capable Head of Department ready...

  • General Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time

    General Assistant - Job Description Job DescriptionAs a General Assistant you will...Assist in the preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner according to established menus and recipes.Maintain cleanliness of the front of house areas including organising dishes and utensils.Following proper food handling and storage procedures to ensure...

  • General Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time

    General Assistant - Job Description Job Description As a General Assistant you will Assist in the preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner according to established menus and recipes. Maintain cleanliness of the front of house areas including organising dishes and utensils. Following proper food handling and storage procedures to...

  • General Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time

    General Assistant - Job Description Job DescriptionAs a General Assistant you will...Assist in the preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner according to established menus and recipes.Maintain cleanliness of the front of house areas including organising dishes and utensils.Following proper food handling and storage procedures to ensure...

  • General Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Holroyd Howe Full time

    Job Description Job DescriptionAs a General Assistant you will…Assist in the preparation and serving of breakfast, lunch, snacks and dinner according to established menus and recipes.Maintain cleanliness of the front of house areas including organising dishes and utensils.Following proper food handling and storage procedures to ensure food safety and...

  • Catering Assistant

    5 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Mitie Full time

    We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Catering Assistant to join our team. As a Catering Assistant, your main duties involve the preparation and maintenance of dining and service areas including serving food, working in a coffee shop and a Subway store.. This includes tasks such as setting up furniture, trolleys, and cleaning equipment,...

  • Catering Assistant

    4 days ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Hamilton Mayday Full time

    Our esteemed client is in search of a Catering/Food & Beverage Assistant. This role primarily involves working in their café but may also include other areas of the catering operation such as the Dining Hall, Fellows Dining Room, Bar, or Pizza Bar. Pay rate: £25,97938 days holidayplus other benefits Essential requirements: Familiarity with serving...

  • Catering Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Lady Margaret Hall Full time

    Lady Margaret Hall is a constituent College of the University of Oxford, located in peaceful, spacious gardens beside the University Parks. LMH was founded in 1878 from a passion for learning and for equality, making it possible, for the first time, for women to study at Oxford. Today, the College continues to draw inspiration from this pioneering vision of...

  • Catering Assistant

    3 months ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Goldstar Recruitment Full time

    **Catering Assistant - Oxford Colleges - 35 hours per week+ Great benefits!** **£22,680** These new permanent positions will work in a Dining Hall primarily within a top Oxford University College and will at times also require you to work in a slightly different part of the F&B team. Familiarity with handling customers in a food and beverage environment...

  • Assistant General Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Illume Recruitment Full time £40,000

    Work Schedule: Monday to Friday Position Overview: Are you a seasoned Assistant General Manager in the Contract Catering industry or a capable Head of Department seeking to advance your career? Do you prioritize excellence in every aspect of your work? We are currently seeking a professional for a Business & Industry contract that operates in a dynamic...

  • Catering Assistant

    1 month ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Hamilton Mayday Full time

    Our esteemed client is in search of a Catering/Food & Beverage Assistant. This role primarily involves working in their café but may also include other areas of the catering operation such as the Dining Hall, Fellows Dining Room, Bar, or Pizza Bar. Pay rate £25,979 38 days holiday plus other benefits Essential requirements: - Familiarity with serving...

  • Catering Assistant

    5 days ago

    Oxford, United Kingdom Hamilton Mayday Full time

    Our esteemed client is in search of a Catering/Food & Beverage Assistant. This role primarily involves working in their café but may also include other areas of the catering operation such as the Dining Hall, Fellows Dining Room, Bar, or Pizza Bar. Pay rate £25,979 38 days holiday plus other benefits Essential requirements: - Familiarity with serving...