To ensure excellent front of house service and deliver a professional service across all areas of our central dining facility at Bekynton.
Due to the needs of the school and the department, we may interview suitable candidates before the closing date. This job may also close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.
BenefitsEton College offers a wide range of benefits, including an 11% employer contribution to your pension (with 4.9% employee contribution), Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free or heavily discounted access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.
Main Duties
Assist in the preparation of food service and dining areas;
Providing a food service within dining and hospitality areas to ensure continuous and unhindered service times;
Once trained use the dishwasher on shift if requested and in line with the Safe Systems of Work (SSW);
Assist with cleaning of all equipment, utensils and working areas after service periods to ensure cleaning schedules are completed accurately;
To take ownership of health and safety within all areas ensuring correct Health and Safety procedures are followed and compliant;
To attend meetings and training as requested;
To undertake any other duties as may reasonably be required of you in the post;
Where required, undertake regulated activity, such as unsupervised contact with children, ensuring that safeguarding procedures are followed and providing safe and effective care at all times;
All employees of Eton College are also expected to:
Develop a good understanding of safeguarding procedures, given all positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’;
Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This includes but is not limited to completing safeguarding training as required, complying with all safeguarding procedures and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood.
Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality;
Display a commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion.
Working Pattern
10 hours per week, 46 weeks per year
7pm – 9pm across 5 days per week (Wednesday – Sunday).The Ideal CandidateTo be successful in this role, you will need to be able to demonstrate the following;
Relevant dining experience;
Cleaning experience;
The ability to communicate and work effectively within a team;
Ability to work under pressure;
Flexible approach;
Ability to use own initiative;
Ability to carry out tasks under pressure.About The CollegeWe are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.
If you have any queries about the application process or any problem with submitting your application online, the Recruitment Team will be happy to help. Should you require any reasonable adjustments to be made or facilities provided to enable you to apply online, please do not hesitate to contact us on so we can make adjustments accordingly.
DISCLOSURE CHECKS
Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form. Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College
