ROLE OF THE JOB
- Preparation, cooking and service of food and beverages
- Setting up of the dining area, including washing tables etc.
- Packing meals for transport to other locations where appropriate.
- Transport meals between kitchen and serving or dining area as necessary
- Clearance of the dining area and other service points after meal service.
- General kitchen duties to include washing up and cleaning of equipment, cupboards, surfaces etc.
- Assist with the administration, collection, reconciliation and security of monies relating to the service, including till operation and operation of cashless systems.
- Assisting with the receipt and storage of goods, stocktaking and completion of daily monitoring sheets.
- Assistance with thorough checking of light kitchen equipment.
- Assisting with the operation of vending services where necessary.
- Ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation and County Council policies in all aspects but especially when using materials, tools and equipment.
- May be required to cover other sites and duties appropriate to the nature, level and grade of the post.
The duties and responsibilities highlighted in this Job Description are indicative and may vary over time. Post holders are expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities relevant to the nature, level and extent of the post and the grade has been established on this basis.
The position is located at West Hartford Fire Service Headquarters & Community Fire Station, West Hartford Business Park, NE23 3JP and is to work 16.5 hours per week.
REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB
- Basic food hygiene certificate - Nationally recognized qualification e.g - City & Guilds 706/1, NVQ Level 1 or 2 - Food preparation & cooking or equivalent.
- Cooking experience in a catering establishment.
- A commitment to continuous personal development.
- Driving licence/access to motor your own use.
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:
- 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexi scheme (if applicable) - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
- To see all our excellent benefits and perks, please click here.
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Further information
Please note that this is a part time position.
For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes
here.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme, please email
hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk or ring 01670 623930 with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored into the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
Alternative application format:
For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss:
Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930
Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.