Job Purpose
To provide support to Catering Assistant to clean and maintain the kitchen functions needed to support the provision of a very effective and efficient service within a busy private Nursery.
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday (shifts between 8am-4.30pm)
- No weekends
Please only apply if you can commit to these hours.
Main Tasks
The post holder will be expected to:
- Maintaining a high standard of hygiene within the Nursery kitchen is a major function of the role.
- Assist staff in the serving of meals and clearing away after meal times.
- Preparation of simple foods.
- Carry out dishwashing tasks on a regular basis
- Carry out laundry tasks ensuring the laundry space is well maintained and compliant with Health and Safety/COSHH regulations
- Prepare trolleys for meal times
- Liaise with Nursery staff to ensure all dietary requirements, allergies and intolerances are accurate and up to date.
- Maintain correct and up-to-date record systems in accordance with existing policies and procedures.
- Uphold food safety regulations and guidelines at all times
- Check stock levels frequently and collate weekly shopping list for timetabled menus.
- Have a proactive approach to continuous professional development and participate in individual, team and Wellies Nursery development
- Take responsibility for duties as delegated by the Nursery Director / Management team
Desirable/Essential Criteria
The post holder will be expected to show the following essential criteria:
- Good communication and organisational skills
- Ability to use own initiative
- Flexible and adaptable approach
- Articulate and confident in verbal and written communication skills
- Self-confidence
- Approachable
- Problem solving skills
- Awareness of good food hygiene practices
The postholder will possess the following desirable criteria:
- Proven catering / kitchen assistance experience including food handling, storing, preparation and serving duties.
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Previous experience of working as part of a busy team
- Allergen awareness qualification
- Up to date Level 2 Food Hygiene Qualification
Job specific skills and competencies
The post holder is expected to demonstrate:
- Ability to use a variety of kitchen equipment.
- Ability to understand and use online shopping software.
Organisational Behaviours
The post holder is expected to display the following behaviours:
Communication
- Relates well to others and works with them to help meet their needs
- Responds to other people’s communications in a timely manner
- Responds to and acts on feedback
- Communicates information clearly and concisely
- Asks appropriate questions to check understanding
Stakeholder Focus
- Understands and responds appropriately to all stakeholders' needs
- Keeps all stakeholders up to date and informed at all times
- Understands who stakeholders are and deals with them fairly and equitably
- Deals with stakeholder enquiries in a helpful and friendly manner
- Is knowledgeable about the services that Wellies Nursery offers
- Complies with the very high standards and expectations of Wellies Nursery
Professionalism
- Meets and maintains high standards consistently
- Maintains confidentiality at all times
- Keeps skills and knowledge up to date
- Manages time well
- Is flexible and willing to accept change
- Takes pride in their work
- Aims for the best in line with Wellies vision, values and aims
Respect
- Recognises the time, effort and commitment of others
- Shows respect for people at all levels
- Is courteous, polite and considerate to all
- Complies with Wellies Nursery policies, procedures and guidelines
- Respects Wellies equipment, premises and property
Requirements of the Job
The post holder needs to hold as a minimum:
Desirable:
- Educated to Standard Grade level or equivalent
Essential:
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Word, Excel, Internet and email
The post holder will be expected to:
- Hold Disclosure Scotland PVG Membership for Regulated Work with Children/and or Protected Adults or willingness to obtain prior to a formal offer of employment being made by Wellies Nursery
- Adhere to Wellies Nursery Policies and Procedures and all relevant local and national legislation
- Show ability to cope with a variety of tasks
- Show ability to deal with confidential and sensitive issues
- Show ability to work as a member of a busy team, taking the lead from the Nursery Manager
Development
- The post holder must have undertaken or be committed to undertaking the following within a specified period:
- Data Protection training
- Child Protection training
- Confidentiality training
- First Aid training
- Food hygiene training
- Health and Safety training
The duties and responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is a present. The post holder is expected to accept any reasonable alterations that may from time to time, be necessary.
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Childcare
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
Job Type: Permanent, Full-time (8am-4/4.30pm Monday-Friday)
Pay: up to £12.76 per hour
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £12.76 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
