As part of the Catering Team, you will be responsible for providing an excellent and safe customer experience for students, staff, and visitors in all areas of the operation. This includes working weekends, half-terms, and late nights as required. You will use your skills, experience, and enthusiasm to further enhance the dining experiences offered, while maintaining your area of responsibility and ensuring smooth kitchen operations, including production, service, cleanliness, and customer experience. What’s on Offer? Salary: £26,000- £28,000 Hours: Part time, either; Week 1: Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM Week 2: Wednesday to Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, plus full-day shifts on Saturday and Sundayor Week 1: Monday to Friday, 2:30 PM – 8:30 PM Week 2: Wednesday to Friday, 2:30 PM – 8:30 PM, plus full-day shifts on Saturday and Sunday Key Responsibilities: Daily Operations: Work closely with the Catering Manager to ensure the successful operation of the kitchen Kitchen Closing: Responsible for closing the kitchen and dining areas after service Administrative Duties: Complete all kitchen-related paperwork, including HACCP documentation, to ensure smooth operations Food Preparation & Cooking: Prepare and cook food according to specifications and budget, maintaining quality and minimising waste Customer Interaction: Provide a chef presence on the servery counters during meal service to enhance customer experience Storage & Safety: Perform regular checks to ensure effective fridge and storage area management, following SFBB and EHO guidelines Hygiene & Cleanliness: Ensure the cleanliness and hygiene of the kitchen, following COSHH regulations (1999) and the Food Safety Act (1990) Stock Management: Order necessary provisions and anticipate future demands, carrying out stock checks and equipment inventories as needed Compliance & Policies: Assist the Catering Manager in ensuring compliance with all policies and procedures, including Equal Opportunities, Safeguarding, Health & Safety, and Discipline Accident Reporting: Ensure that all accidents and near accidents are reported according to the College policies Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all kitchen and college equipment is maintained and operational Requirements, Skills & Knowledge: Experience: Minimum of NVQ Level 2 in cooking/food preparation or at least 3 years of experience in a similar role Food Safety: Level 2 Food Safety certificate and strong knowledge of allergens and associated risks Technical Skills: Working knowledge of SFBB and HACCP procedures Catering Experience: Previous catering experience in a similar environment is desirable Problem Solving: Ability to remain calm under pressure and provide consistent food quality Stock Control: Experience with stock control is desirable Leadership: Strong leadership and communication skills and the ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment Physical Requirements: Must be able to work in any area of the kitchen as needed, including bending, standing, and walking throughout the day Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally and up to 10 pounds frequently Ability to work in both hot and cold environments due to ovens, fridges, and freezers Other Duties: Required to work across all sites as needed Use Information and Learning Technology (ILT) as appropriate to their level of responsibility Comply with and implement all policies related to Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, and Quality Undertake other duties as reasonably required by the line manager within the scope of the role If you know someone suitable for this role, share the word and through our referral scheme receive up to £250 for full details on all Permanent, Temporary and Contract career opportunities we are actively seeking candidates for. Recruiting on the basis of Talent, we are committed to supporting and promoting diversity in the workplace and consider all applications. Any salary advertised is for search purposes only. If you have not heard from us within 7 days you will have not been successful on this occasion, however, we would welcome your application for alternative vacancies