Catering Assistant

Shift Pattern: 12pm 8pm, 5 days out of 7, Monday - Sunday

39 weeks a year (term time only plus 5 weeks)

Downe House is a leading independent boarding and day school for girls based in Cold Ash, near Thatcham. We operate an in-house fully catered service for pupils and staff which includes breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week. In addition, we hold numerous catered events and formal dinners each year.

We are looking for a reliable and organised Catering/Kitchen Assistant to join our friendly team. Ideally, you will have previous experience of working in a similar role within catering or hospitality, and an understanding of food hygiene and health and safety requirements however full training will be given.

Main Duties as the Catering Assistant:

To support with the production of meals during the lunch and dinner service

To assist with the day to day running of the kitchen, such as food prep for the salad/deli bar

To support the production of all cold buffet services

To maintain high standards of food presentation and quality at all times

To ensure all Food Hygiene and Health & Safety requirements are carried out

Benefits as a Catering Assistant Include:

School holidays off 13 weeks per year

Free meals while on duty

Generous employer Pension Scheme

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Own transport is essential as the school is in a rural location with no public transport links.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and any offer of employment is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Check (DBS), satisfactory references, and social media checks.

At Downe House we promote equality of opportunity for all pupils and staff, both current and prospective, and we actively support an environment and culture that values diversity and inclusion.

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