Catering Assistant

3 days ago

The New Lawn Nailsworth Gloucestershire GL FG United Kingdom Ecotricity Jobs Full time


At Forest Green Rovers you will be part of a great team that thrives working in a fast-paced environment and with a clear focus on performance – to help drive success on and off the pitch. Sustainability is in our DNA, forming part of our everyday life, shaping our club ambitions and giving us a unique, supportive and exciting environment for staff to develop, grow and be part of this exciting journey.

This is a role that offers an exciting opportunity to join the FGR team and learn from our experienced Head Chef to gain experience within the industry and develop valuable skills.

We are looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Catering Assistant to join our Catering Team.

This position is perfect for individuals looking to develop their culinary skills in a fast-paced setting, whether in catering, restaurants or other sectors. The successful candidate will be provided with support and training from our Catering Team; and have opportunities to develop their catering career within our team.

 

For this role, your key responsibilities would be:

  • Entry level kitchen role, working with our Head Chef to provide support and help deliver FGR Food across our platforms including the stadium, concourse, Fan Zone and Eco Canteen
  • Maintain cleanliness and organisation in the kitchen area, including washing dishes, cleaning surfaces and disposing of waste properly.
  • Assisting the Food Team with meal preparation, including chopping vegetables, preparing ingredients and assembling dishes.
  • Offering general support to the Catering Team during busy periods
  • Work on Matchdays within the Catering Team, primarily based in the hospitality kitchen but scope to expand and learn other areas
 This is a full-time, permanent position (40 hours per week) based onsite at FGR, located at The New Lawn in Stroud, Gloucestershire. Core working hours are typically 9am–5pm; however, you will be expected to work evenings, weekends, and public holidays as required to support matchday fixtures and events.

About You

As a valued member of our team, you will be focused on achieving great results and creating the best experience for our visitors and supporters.

 The ideal candidate will:

  • Have good communications skills and be able to work within the small FGR Team
  • Work off your own initiative, be creative and think outside the box
  • Previous experience in catering/restaurant environment is preferred but not essential
  • Basic knowledge of food safety practices and hygiene standards would be ideal
  • Passion for supporting a culture that demonstrates the club's commitment to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
  • Available to work evenings, weekends and public holidays, to cover Matchday fixtures and events.

Other considerations...

  • This role is subject to a background check and DBS check, prior to employment commencing.
  • A full driving clean driving license is required.
  • A high degree of flexibility is needed to work around the busy football calendar


About Us

We are an equal opportunities employer and committed to ensuring that all are treated fairly and with respect, regardless of their age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, sex or sexual orientation.
 
FGR are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment fully. And as an organisation we are committed to supporting staff development in this area. Forest Green is looking to the future – Climate change is an existential threat, and we need to build a more sustainable world.
 
Sustainability is at the core of everything we do at FGR. We're on a mission to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of sport, and beyond. Established in 1889, we're also one of the oldest football clubs in the world.
 
That history continues with every season and every trophy, bolstered by the support of an incredibly passionate, global fanbase. Those moments are only made possible with the right people; those who show courage, tenacity, ambition, dedication to their community, and independent thought.
 
As the world's first vegan football club, doing things differently is a way of life. We're looking for like-minded people that can help create the future our planet needs.
 
Let's change the game.

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